Pres. Buhari in Kenya for the 6th Tokyo International Conference on African Development

African leaders were united in calling for increased trade ties between the continent and Japan as the Sixth Tokyo International Conference of African Development kicked off in Nairobi at the weekend.
Some 23 presidents are part of the huge delegation of leaders in Nairobi for the Tokyo International Conference on Africa Development — the largest delegation of Heads of States on Kenyan soil at the same time in recent years.



Speakers pitched for increased financial and technical support in agriculture, infrastructure, health, security and innovation.
The meeting underscored the role of the private sector, NGOs and the civil society, with leaders confirming that it is important to build a resilient economy.
The conference brought together 34 Heads of State and government and delegates from across the globe.


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