CAIRO - 12 May 2026: The Africa-France Summit hosted in Nairobi under the slogan "Africa Forward" will bolster sustainable development and investment across the continent, Egypt's Ambassador to Kenya Hatem Youssri said in a Monday statement.
Speaking to the Egyptian media delegation on the sidelines of the summit, Youssri noted that the event comes as major powers seek to strengthen their presence in Africa. The summit features the participation of President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, French President Emmanuel Macron, and various African leaders and international financial institutions.
Youssri highlighted the "Africa Forward 2026" initiative, which aims to drive innovation and inclusive growth while addressing challenges ranging from economic development to global governance.
On bilateral relations, the ambassador described Cairo-Nairobi ties as a model for integrated African partnerships.
He noted that relations have grown significantly, citing Sisi’s July 2023 visit to Nairobi and Kenyan President William Ruto’s state visit to Egypt in January 2025.
During Ruto's visit, the two nations signed a presidential declaration elevating ties to a "comprehensive strategic partnership" alongside 12 memoranda of understanding.
Youssri revealed that trade exchange between the two countries reached $565 million in 2025. Egyptian exports, valued at $330 million, included sugar, electrical equipment, and chemicals, while imports from Kenya—totaling $235 million—were dominated by tea, coffee, and herbs.
The ambassador also emphasized medical and educational cooperation. Since January 2025, 49 Kenyan officials have undergone training through the Egyptian Agency of Partnership for Development (EAPD) in fields such as health, water management, and counter-terrorism.
Coinciding with the summit, an Egyptian medical mission consisting of five high-level specialists in urology, cardiology, and orthopedics is currently operating at Kenyatta National Hospital.
The mission, running until May 13, aims to transfer Egyptian surgical expertise to Kenyan counterparts.
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