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Last update: 6 hours agoAfrica-Forward Summit: France’s Emmanuel Macron wrapped up the Nairobi summit by pledging €23bn ($27bn) for Africa across energy, AI and agriculture, with Ruto stressing “sovereign equality” and “win-win” partnerships. Diplomacy Tension: Macron also snapped at a noisy audience, accusing them of “total lack of respect,” a reminder that the reset effort is still politically charged. East Africa Finance: The EADB launched a $13m fund to back youth and women-led businesses across East Africa, aiming to close a major credit gap. Trade & Ports: CMA CGM agreed to invest Ksh106bn ($820m) to modernise and expand terminals at Mombasa, targeting stronger regional shipping links. Rwanda Business Angle: Rwanda’s finance minister joined the EADB council, while Rwanda-backed initiatives and regional deals keep feeding the investment narrative. Health Systems Watch: WHO highlights how plasma freezing and cold-chain capacity remain a bottleneck in low-resource settings. Sports & Youth: FIFA and Global Citizen announced the first grants from a $100m education fund, using football to expand access to schooling.
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