The Africa Forward Summit begins today !
🎙Patrick Sam, a Namibian cultural and creative industries (ICC) specialist, shares with you enthusiasm and thoughts about his participation to the Summit, as this first day of Africa Forward will feature a diversity of actors from the cinema and fashion industry, as well as a designers and artists.
Additionally to arts and culture, the first day of the Summit also includes a business forum featuring more than 2000 participating companies, as well as panel discussions on the sports sector and opportunities for the youth.
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🇪🇺 Let’s Celebrate Europe Day Together !
On May 9, 2026, we celebrate Europe Day! On this occasion, France reaffirms its commitment to a strong European Union (EU), founded on three inseparable pillars: security, prosperity, and democracy. Against a backdrop of heightened global rivalries, Europe represents an independent path and a sovereign power.
💡 A force for global stability: The EU does not serve only its own interests; it acts as a reliable and predictable partner for international stability. By keeping a “third path” open through its refusal to submit or confront, it acts as a buffer against the polarization of the world. Wherever freedom is threatened, particularly in Ukraine, Europe remains an unwavering and reliable support in the face of aggression.
💡 Ensuring its autonomy: Today, the EU is reducing its dependencies and gaining strategic autonomy in the fields of energy, digital technology, health, food, and research. The revival of European defense is a clear sign of our determination to ensure our own protection. Furthermore, Europe is also building its strength by looking to the future, through the promotion and funding of innovation in the fields of AI, quantum technology, space, and green technologies.
💡 Defending the democratic model: In the face of attacks from international reactionary forces, Europe remains united around its values: respect for human rights, democracy, sovereignty, and international law. The EU thus remains a major center of attraction, guaranteeing a better and freer life for its citizens, defending academic and scientific freedom, and protecting its citizens from information manipulation by foreign actors.
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⏳️ 4 days to go until the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi !
Today, let’s shed light on a key driver of Africa – France partnerships and a key topic of this summit : cultural and creative industries !
On 11th May, the opening day of the Africa Forward Summit will embody the richness of relations between African countries and France through a diverse range of committed actors : companies, civil societies, diasporas and, above all, talented youth. By placing innovation, AI, and employability at the heart of the discussions, we are amplifying the voices of young French and African talents to build the world of tomorrow.
🎨🎬 Through immersive artistic experiences exploring founding legends, spirituality or the relation to nature, as well as discussions around heritage, restitution and reappropriation, this day will highlight the dynamism and future of partnerships in the cultural and creative industries sector. This will be the opportunity to discuss creative industries as a lever for investment and co-production, for new continent’s narratives and for renewed museum and heritage cooperation.
To know more : africaforwardsummit.go.ke
Featured voice :
🇳🇦 Meet Patrick Sam, a Namibian actor in the creative industry who will be participating in the Summit: as a thought leader and the Managing partner of Creative Culture Investments, he defended social protection for artists, cultural practitioners and creative entrepreneurs, and contributed to developed Namibia’s National strategy in the cultural and creative industries ! @franceinkenya@francediplo@fnccnam@iampatsam
Open Call For Immersive Video Mapping Residency ✍ 🎥 🎙️
Rencontres Audiovisuelles is launching an open call for emerging international artists (visual, digital, animation, video game, and sound artists) for an immersive video mapping residency at L’hybride in Lille, France.
Three types of residencies are available: writing (2 weeks), visual creation, and sound creation (up to several months), offering artistic support, access to advanced equipment, and the opportunity to develop and present a project.
Link in bio for applications : /wp-content/uploads/2026/04/HYB26_Appel_Residence_EN.pdf
📅 Deadline: 29 May 2026
👉 An opportunity to create, experiment, and collaborate in an international environment.
#CallForProject #Mapping #Hybride #CreationResidencies2026 #FrenchResidencies #MappingEuropeanCenter
⏳️ Less than 2 weeks to go until #AfricaForward!
On May 11th and 12th, France and Kenya are co-organising the #AfricaForwardSummit, to bring together African Heads of State and Government, Kenyan President W. Ruto and French President E. Macron.
💡 A summit to accelerate innovation and growth : the ambition is to forge equal, forward-looking partnerships that put jobs, sovereignty and climate resilience at the heart of our shared future.
Find out more on: africaforwardsummit.go.ke
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⏳️ Moins de deux semaines avant #AfricaForward !
Les 11 et 12 mai, la France et le Kenya co-organisent le sommet #AfricaForward, qui réunira des chefs d’État et de gouvernement africains, le président kenyan W. Ruto et le président français E. Macron.
💡 Un sommet pour accélérer l'innovation et la croissance : l'ambition est de forger des partenariats équitables et tournés vers l'avenir qui placent l'emploi, la souveraineté et la résilience climatique au cœur de notre avenir commun.
Pour en savoir plus : africaforwardsummit.go.ke
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Get ready for the France and Kenya "Africa Forward” Summit in Nairobi !
On May 11th and 12th, 2026, in Nairobi (Kenya), France and Kenya will jointly organize the "Africa Forward: Africa France Partnerships for Innovation and Growth" Summit, which will bring together the President of the French Republic H.E Emmanuel Macron, the President of the Republic of Kenya H.E. William Samoei Ruto and African Heads of State and Government.
H.E Dr Netumbo Nandi-Ndatiwah, President of the Republic of Namibia, has been invited.
As the first summit of its kind to be hosted and co-chaired with an English-speaking country, "Africa Forward" is part of the renewal of relations between France and African nations, based on robust and mutually beneficial partnerships. These partnerships are built to support the economic development of all parties and to serve their populations. They must also contribute to a fairer, more representative and more effective global governance system.
Held during two days, the summit has one goal: to foster new economic collaborations and concrete opportunities.
On the agenda: innovation, sports, cultural and creative industries, energy transition and green industrialisation, sustainable agriculture, health, the blue economy, artificial intelligence and digital transformation, and, above all, key meetings to accelerate future partnerships and concrete projects.
Discussions will also focus on the reform of the international financial architecture and the mobilisation of financing for sustainable investment in Africa.
Find the full program on the Summit website : africaforwardsummit.go.ke
See the joint press release by the Embassy of France to Namibia and the High Commission of Kenya to Namibia: https://na.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/africa-forward-summit-africa-france-partnerships-innovation-and-growth-nairobi-11-12-may-2026
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🗳Elections Consulaires 2026 / Consular elections 2026🗳
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The French Embassy at the Diplomatic Charity Bazaar
The French Embassy participated on Saturday at the Association of Diplomatic Spouses’ Diplomatic Charity Bazaar, in collaboration with the Windhoek International School (WIS).
At the French stall, visitors could find many gastronomic specialties such as éclairs, strawberry, apple or lemon pies, as well as the traditional french quiche, prepared by the Embassy's chef. The Franco-Namibian Cultural Center (FNCC) and Campus France were also present. French Ambassador to Namibia H.E. Cécile Vigneau visited the French stand prepared by the WIS pupils, who carried the French flag during the parade.
Held under the theme “Removing barriers, supporting education”, all proceeds from this festive and lively event were donated to education initiatives in Namibia.
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L'Ambassade de France au Bazar diplomatique caritatif
L'Ambassade de France en Namibie a participé samedi au bazar diplomatique caritatif organisé par l'Association des conjoints diplomatiques, en collaboration avec la Windhoek International School (WIS).
Sur le stand français, les visiteurs ont pu découvrir de nombreuses spécialités gastronomiques telles que des éclairs, des tartes aux fraises, aux pommes ou au citron, ainsi que la traditionnelle quiche française, préparées par la cheffe de l'ambassade. Le Centre culturel franco-namibien (FNCC) et Campus France étaient également présents. L’ambassadrice de France en Namibie, S.E. Cécile Vigneau, s’est également rendue au stand français tenu par les élèves de la WIS, qui ont porté le drapeau français lors du défilé.
Organisé sous le thème « Éliminer les barrières, soutenir l’éducation », l’intégralité des recettes de cet événement festif et animé a été reversée à des initiatives éducatives en Namibie.
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Photos : @guillaumehaurice , @stiebahlphoto
Acquisition of the Namibian Oncology Center by Proparco and Salt Capital
Last Thursday, Ambassador of France H.E Cécile Vigneau attended the signing of the acquisition of the Namibian Oncology Center (NOC), by Proparco and its partner Salt Capital.
Proparco is the private sector financing arm of the Agence Française de Développement (AFD) Group, which specializes in supporting sustainable private investments in developing and emerging countries. This transaction highlights France’s continued engagement in Namibia and the region, in a field that has a direct and lasting impact on people’s lives.
Reflecting a shared ambition to strengthen access to quality healthcare services in Namibia, this acquisition also contributes to addressing this public health concern in Namibia, as its government, under H.E. President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, is working to strengthen the healthcare system.
The Ambassador warmly congratulated the founders, Anthea van Wyk and Tommy van Wyk, for their remarkable contribution to advancing cancer diagnosis, treatment and care in the country. As access to cancer treatment remains a critical challenge, this milestone will support the improvement of patient outcomes and expand access to essential treatment across Namibia. Through Proparco, France is proud to support initiatives that combine economic sustainability with positive social impact.
@afd_france@namoncology
The energy sector hosted at the Residence de France
Yesterday evening, H.E. French Ambassador Cécile Vigneau welcomed French companies from the energy sector, members of the Namibian French Business Association (NFBA), Namibian and foreign partners to a reception at the Residence de France.
🇲🇫 This event was organised on the occasion of the visit to Namibia of a high-level business mission led by the energy focused EVOLEN Association. Some companies were also in Windhoek to participate in the Namibian International Energy Conference (NIEC), which took place this week.
🇳🇦 The Ambassador highlighted France’s desire to put energy at the core of its partnership with Namibia. She highlighted the great potential of Namibia in several areas, as the prospects for the development of the oil and gas sector could potentially bring the country at the dawn of a new era. The French group TotalEnergies is leading the way for the first oil. She also mentioned investments in renewable energy, fuelled by the country’s abundant solar and wind resources and pilot projects in green hydrogen, supported in particular by the European Union and some EU Member States. She indicated that Namibia now needs to be ready to welcome investors in a very practical way, in particular as regard working visas and the enforcement of local content rules.
She also reminded the guests of the upcoming Africa Forward Summit co-organised by France and Kenya in Nairobi on 11th and 12th May, titled “Partnerships between Africa and France for Innovation and Growth”. The Heads of State and Government of African countries have been invited by French President Emmanuel Macron and Kenyan President William Ruto. The Summit will have a strong economic focus and it will be a new opportunity for meetings between the French and African private sectors, with the goal of identifying new growth opportunities; fostering cross-investment and job creation, meeting the needs of African youth and discussing the financing of development.
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🗳Elections Consulaires 2026/ Consular elections 2026 🗳
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