Kipchoge shares details of private chat with President Macron during morning run
World marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge has thanked French President Emmanuel Macron after taking him for a morning run in Nairobi.
The two shared a running session on Monday, May 11, 2026, where they also talked about supporting young athletes in Africa. Kipchoge said the moment was important for building ideas on how to help the next generation.
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“Today it was truly amazing to take President Emmanuel Macron out for a morning run in Nairobi, where we had the opportunity to speak about how we can provide greater support and opportunities for the next generation of African athletes,” Eliud Kipchoge said.
He explained that the run was not only about physical exercise but also about sharing ideas. Kipchoge said the conversation focused on how sports can open more doors for young people across the continent.
He added that such moments help strengthen understanding between people from different backgrounds.
“Moments like this remind me that running is more than movement. It is a universal language that connects people, cultures, and ideas,” Kipchoge said.
Morning run highlights shared vision
Kipchoge also appreciated the French president for taking part in the morning activity. He said the experience showed a shared vision for the future and created space for meaningful conversation. The athlete noted that running continues to be a strong way of bringing people together.
“Asante sana, Mr President, for the conversation, the run, and the shared vision for the future,” Kipchoge said.
The morning run happened as Emmanuel Macron arrived in Kenya for the Africa Forward Summit. The summit is expected to bring together leaders and key stakeholders to discuss investment, diplomacy, and innovation in Africa. The event will also focus on Africa’s growing role in the global economy.
The summit will take place on May 11 and 12, 2026. The gathering is being held in partnership with France and is expected to attract heads of state and business leaders. The discussions are aimed at strengthening cooperation and building stronger international partnerships for Africa’s future development.
