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What is Françafrique? The taboo word that reveals the shifting influence of France in Africa

The term “Françafrique” describes the political, economic and military networks built to preserve French influence in Africa. It refers to a past era but many believe that it still shapes relations ...
The New York Times

Many African Nations Want France Out. This Country Wants It In.

France is facing deep anticolonial resentment across Africa, but has found a partner in Rwanda, which is embracing French influence despite years of acrimony. By Abdi Latif Dahir Photographs by ...
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France moves to revive African influence as Macron begins four-nation African tour

French President Emmanuel Macron has launched a four-nation African tour aimed at reinvigorating France’s influence on the continent. ・French President Emmanuel Macron has initiated a four-nation ...
Indiatimes

Experts discuss French footprints in Awadh history

Lucknow: The history of Lucknow bears traces of French influence through two European figures, Jean Baptiste Joseph Gentil and Antoine Louis Henri Polier, who shaped the military and cultural life of ...