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'A total lack of respect': Macron halts Africa Forward Summit youth forum over noise

By David Njaaga | 6mos ago

French President Emmanuel Macron during the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi on Monday, May 11, 2026. [PCS]

French President Emmanuel Macron seized the microphone at a University of Nairobi youth forum on Monday and rebuked delegates for making noise during the Africa Forward Summit.

The incident occurred during a panel discussion attended by President William Ruto and Macron, where the two leaders engaged young people on technology, education reforms, innovation and Africa's digital future.

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