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France Leaves Niger: Exposing The Empty Shell Of Post-Colonialism

France Leaves Niger: Exposing The Empty Shell Of Post-Colonialism
Soldiers from the French army board a helicopter during a mission in Mali. 35e RAP/Wikipedia

Emmanuel Macron announced on Sunday evening the recall of the French ambassador to Niger, and the departure of the 1,500 French soldiers stationed there: the end of a dangerous impasse. France is being forced to wholly review its African policy.

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Worldcrunch Magazine #48 — African Flares

Worldcrunch Magazine #48 — African Flares

August 28 – September 3, 2023

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Au Revoir Françafrique? Macron Tries To Bury The French Colonial Mindset In Africa

Photo of ​France's President Emmanuel Macron (L) welcoming his Senegalese counterpart Macky Sall (R) at the Elysee presidential palace before their bilateral meeting, in Paris on June 10, 2022.
Macron welcomes his Senegalese counterpart Macky Sall at the Elysee last June Ludovic MARIN / AFP

French President Emmanuel Macron has outlined a new policy for France’s relationship with Africa, recognizing the need for a departure from post-colonial mindsets. But he faces challenges at home and abroad.

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