October 15, 2026
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France 2027: Who Are the Potential Presidential Candidates?

As France prepares for the 2027 presidential election, the political race is already taking shape. President Emmanuel Macron cannot run again after serving two consecutive terms, meaning France will elect a new president in April or May 2027. In the centre, the battle appears to be between former Prime Minister Édouard Philippe, leader of Horizons,

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Kenyan Diaspora Represented at the Élysée Ahead of the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi

Paris, 29 April 2026 — As Kenya prepares to co-host the upcoming Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, several members of the African diaspora, including representatives from the Kenyan community, were invited to the Élysée Palace by French President Emmanuel Macron for a special exchange titled “Towards Africa Forward: Exchange with African Diasporas.” The meeting took place just days before the Africa Forward Summit: Africa-France

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Working in France as a Kenyan in 2026 : Opportunities and Challenges

France’s job market continues to face shortages in some skilled sectors, and this can create opportunities for qualified foreign workers. For Kenyans interested in working in France, the main question is not whether jobs exist, but whether they have the right qualifications, legal pathway and work authorisation to access them. So, what does this mean

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Discover the Spirit of Kenya at Le Marché Maasai in Saint-Ouen

On Saturday, June 28, 2025, the vibrant colors, sounds, and flavors of East Africa will come to life in the heart of Saint-Ouen as Le Marché Maasai takes over La Serre Wangari for a one-day cultural celebration. From 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM, visitors are invited to immerse themselves in a rich, sensory experience that brings together artisan crafts, traditional fashion,

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Swahili Mass in Paris 8 December 2024

SWAHILI MASS IN PARIS St Josephs Church50 Avenue Hoche,75008 Paris At 14h Metro 1, 2, 6 or RER AStop: Charles de Gaule More info: +337 54 712 468

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Working in France as a Kenyan in 2024

At the end of 2023 French unemployment rate stood at 7.3 par cent, which remain among the highest rates in Europe. Against this backdrop, the majority of contracts are flexible, and permanent contracts are few. Employment levels are not predicted to rise significantly, however, there are jobs especially in certain sectors, although you stand a

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Pope Francis and President Macron Forge Dialogue in Marseille on Migration and Global Affairs

During his visit in France, Pope Francis met with President Emmanuel Macron in Marseille during his recent visit. The meeting took place at the Palais du Pharo, a 19th-century palace with a picturesque view of Marseille’s historic port. Together, they participated in the concluding session of the Mediterranean Meetings, a weeklong gathering attended by bishops

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11 French bishops accused of sexual violence

Eleven former or serving French bishops have been accused of sexual abuse, including the former bishop of Bordeaux, who confessed to sexually assaulting a minor 35 years ago, according to a senior church body announced Monday. Jean-Pierre Ricard, a long-standing bishop of Bordeaux who was made a cardinal by Pope Francis in 2016, has admitted

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Paris public transport on strike this thursday

The Paris public transport operator has warned that services are likely to be ‘heavily disrupted’ during the one-day strike on Thursday, and has advised people to change their plans and work from home if possible. Thursday, November 10th, marks the third ‘inter-professional’ strike day in France but while the previous two saw minimal disruption, this

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European Union revokes KQ plane servicing licence

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has revoked a licence it had granted Kenya Airways (KQ) to maintain UK-registered aircraft after it failed a compliance audit. The national carrier said the agency withdrew the licence because, during the certification audit, the agency requested that KQ separates some of its general storage and have a

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