Africa Forward 2026: Benin Deploys Its Talents in Nairobi to Attract Investors

Author: Gildas AmoussouPublished on: May 10, 2026Country: Benin

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Africa Forward 2026: Benin Deploys Its Talents in Nairobi to Attract Investors

Benin will participate in the Africa Forward summit in Nairobi on May 11 and 12, featuring a diverse delegation. Among them, Pierrick Chabi and Harold Zimé represent the tech sector, while Fif Tobossi and Mahoutondji Kinmagbo highlight culture and creativity. This forum, co-organized by France and Kenya, will gather over 2,000 economic leaders and discuss topics such as artificial intelligence and energy transition.

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