France woos Anglophone Africa at a summit in Kenya
In tonight’s edition, French President Emmanuel Macron urges investment in Africa as he co-hosts an economic summit in Kenya. Also, we take a closer look at the cost of some of the … Read More
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Kenya summit represents ‘demarcation point’: France ‘wants to do business’ with African continent
Nadia Massih is pleased to welcome Dr. Douglas Yates, Author, Political Scientist and Professor and at the American Graduate School of International Relations and Diplomacy. President Emmanuel Macron is co-hosting … Read More
Exclusive: Emmanuel Macron interview on FRANCE 24, Tuesday May 12 at 9pm
At the conclusion of the Africa Forward Summit, French President Emmanuel Macron will answer questions from FRANCE 24, RFI and TV5Monde journalists in the Kenyan capital of Nairobi. Watch the interview … Read More
As Hungary’s new PM, Magyar’s hunt for Orban’s protégés has already begun
Peter Magyar had only been Hungary’s prime minister for a few minutes on Saturday before he turned to the country’s president, renewing calls for him to resign. The move is … Read More
‘Macron always been a strong believer in the importance of Africa as a partner for the future’
Yinka Oyetade is pleased to welcome Paul Melly, Consulting Fellow of the Africa Programme, Chatham House. Emmanuel Macron is co-hosting the Africa Forward Summit in Kenya, the first time France … Read More
Democrats express ‘grave concerns’ over secretive ICE deportation flights
Exclusive: In a letter 40 lawmakers demand the FAA address allegations of mistreatment of immigrants and the ‘urgent need for transparency’ A group of 40 House Democrats have described “grave … Read More
Lawsuit seeks to halt Trump’s makeover of Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool
The Cultural Landscape Foundation seeks to block the replacement of pool’s ‘gray stone’ appearance A historic preservation group on Monday filed a lawsuit seeking to halt Donald Trump’s ongoing renovation … Read More
Trump vows to pause federal gas tax after Iran war boosts US fuel prices to four-year high
National average for gas prices has risen by well over a dollar per gallon since late February Sign up for the Breaking News US newsletter email Donald Trump pledged to … Read More
Senate Democrats to fight Republicans’ $1bn funding plan for Trump’s ballroom
Chuck Schumer accuses GOP of ‘asking working families to pay the price while Trump pockets the perks’ in letter US politics live – latest updates Chuck Schumer, the US Senate’s … Read More
Macron announces €23 billion investment in Africa at Kenya summit
French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday announced €23 billion investment in Africa focused on energy transition, digital and AI, the maritime economy and agriculture. Macron was attending the two-day Africa Forward … Read More