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POLITICS12m agoRussia surpasses France in African youth appeal, still trails China: surveyRussia’s influence has surged among young people across Africa in recent years, leaping over former colonial power France while still trailing China, a survey of African youths has found. Many young Africans now perceive Russia to be an ally, observers said, warning its rivals to take the shift seriously as the continent becomes increasingly critical to both Moscow and Beijing. According to the African Youth Survey commissioned by the South Africa-based Ichikowitz Family Foundation, 54 per cent...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 24France-Nigeria business forum postponed after Macron cancels trip to NigeriaThe council noted instead that “a revised date and arrangement will be communicated” at a later time. The post France-Nigeria business forum postponed after Macron cancels trip to Nigeria appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICSOct 23‘Too arrogant, too sure of itself’ France confronts its legacy in AfricaFifteen years after France promised a new relationship with Africa, Paris is still struggling to reconcile its rejection of colonial-era interference with its desire to retain influence on the continent. RFI Africa specialist Christophe Boisbouvier argues in a new book that France can still build a partnership of equals – based on respect rather than arrogance or domination.RFI [en]
POLITICSOct 23France deploys 70,000 police for new protests as Macron delays Africa tripSouth China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 18Macron should suspend Nigeria visit, prioritise France — OnohBy Emma Nnadozie Former South-East presidential spokesman, Denge Josef Onoh, has urged French President Emmanuel Macron to suspend his planned state visit to Nigeria, scheduled for October 28 and 29, 2026, arguing that France’s domestic challenges should take priority over international engagements. Onoh, in a statement made available to journalists in Abuja on Sunday, said […] The post Macron should suspend Nigeria visit, prioritise France — Onoh appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSOct 14Chad-France: what Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno came to negotiate with Emmanuel MacronAprès la rupture de leur partenariat militaire fin 2024, Paris et N’Djamena tentent de rebâtir leur relation sur de nouvelles bases. Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno et Emmanuel Macron excluent cependant le retour des troupes françaises sur le sol tchadien.Jeune Afrique
POLITICSOct 14Niamey denounces « a serious act of ingratitude » after the expulsion of two Nigerien agents by FranceSelon une source diplomatique, Paris a déclaré persona non grata deux agents de renseignement nigériens en poste en France. La décision passe mal à Niamey, qui rappelle que l’un d’eux avait été blessé en 2014 lors d’une mission conjointe avec l’armée française.Jeune Afrique
POLITICSOct 13France intercepts Russian ‘shadow fleet’ tanker in operation off Réunion IslandFrance’s navy has boarded an oil tanker suspected of helping Russia evade Western sanctions in an operation hundreds of kilometres south of the French Indian Ocean territory of Réunion Island.RFI [en]
POLITICSOct 7Oke presents letter of credence to Macron, assumes duty as Nigeria’s envoy to FranceLetters of credence are formal diplomatic documents issued by a country’s head of state to confirm the appointment of an ambassador or permanent representative. The post Oke presents letter of credence to Macron, assumes duty as Nigeria’s envoy to France appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICSOct 6Benin-France: what to remember from the meeting between Romuald Wadagni and Emmanuel MacronLe chef de l’État béninois a effectué sa première visite officielle en France, où il a scellé trois accords économiques avec son homologue. Et, selon nos informations, acté la nomination de l’ancien ministre de la Culture Jean-Michel Abimbola comme futur ambassadeur à Paris.Jeune Afrique
POLITICSOct 1DRC-France: from Kinshasa to Bunia, the stakes of Jean-Noël Barrot's visitLe ministre français des Affaires étrangères se rend les 2 et 3 octobre en RDC, avant une conférence humanitaire à Paris. Il fera une étape, inédite pour le chef de la diplomatie française, dans l’est du pays.Jeune Afrique
POLITICSSep 29‘Tinubu undergoing treatment in France’ -  SoworeAsked to provide evidence for his claim that Tinubu is currently hospitalised, Sowore said his information came from sources he considered reliable, but acknowledged that he did not know the nature of the alleged ailment. The post ‘Tinubu undergoing treatment in France’ - Sowore appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSSep 28The “traitors”, France, AES and ECOWAS… In Burkina Faso, Ibrahim Traoré sets his lineQuatre ans après le coup d’État qui l’a porté au pouvoir, le chef de la junte burkinabè assume sa rupture avec Paris et refuse tout retour au modèle démocratique « occidental ». Sur l’AES, en revanche, il admet que les résultats restent en deçà des ambitions affichées.Jeune Afrique
POLITICSSep 2119 - Member Delegation from African Diasporas in France to Observe Morocco ElectionsA 19-member delegation representing African diasporas in France will observe elections in Morocco. This signifies international interest and oversight in the Moroccan electoral process.moroccoworldnews.com · Morocco
POLITICSSep 21Forbidden Stories on Trump deportation system: France24's 'Ice, Trump and Africa'Sofia Alvarez Jurado, investigative journalist, member of the Deportation project speaks about the international investigation into Trump’s migrant policy.France 24 [en]
POLITICSSep 21Deaths of 37 Miners: ASF France seeks protection for surviving detainees, witnessesVanguard Nigeria
POLITICSSep 18Tinubu meets Macron as Nigeria, France renew commitment to stronger tiesFrench President Emmanuel Macron hosted President Bola Tinubu to a private dinner at the Élysée Palace in Paris on Thursday night, reaffirming Nigeria-France bilateral ties. The post Tinubu meets Macron as Nigeria, France renew commitment to stronger ties appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSSep 18Macron Hosts Tinubu To Private Dinner In Paris, Reaffirms Nigeria-France TiesTinubu disclosed the meeting in a post on his official X handle, describing the dinner with Macron as a pleasure. The post Macron Hosts Tinubu To Private Dinner In Paris, Reaffirms Nigeria-France Ties appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
POLITICSSep 17Guinea bans France 24 TV outlet from broadcastingGuinea's media regulator banned French media outlet France 24 from broadcasting in the country Thursday, following comments it said were against the president. The post Guinea bans France 24 TV outlet from broadcasting appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSSep 14Guinea-France: why Paris continues to spare Mamadi Doumbouya's regimeMalgré les accusations de répression qui visent le pouvoir en place à Conakry, Paris assume le choix du dialogue. Une stratégie diplomatique qui s’explique aussi par le poids économique croissant de la Guinée, portée par le boom minier.Jeune Afrique
POLITICSSep 7Côte d’Ivoire-France: what Simone Ehivet Gbagbo expects from her visit to ParisAffaiblie par les récentes démissions au sein du MGC, l’ancienne première dame tente de rebâtir son influence. Son séjour en France, du 18 au 22 septembre, doit lui permettre de restructurer son parti et de tisser des alliances en vue des prochaines échéances électorales.Jeune Afrique
POLITICSSep 6Failed Coup: Niger blames France, neighbouring countries, threatens international actionPremium Times
POLITICSSep 3Migrants in Mayotte: France sets its sights on the Democratic Republic of CongoCongolese nationals now make up the largest group of asylum seekers in the French overseas department. The situation has frustrated the French government, which has threatened to use a controversial 'bonus-malus system for development aid' as a response to the migration flow.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSAug 13France opens disciplinary proceedings against ambassador to Central African RepublicThe case comes at a sensitive time for French diplomacy. Paris has been working to restore ties with the Central African Republic after relations deteriorated in recent years as Russia expanded its influence in the country through the Wagner paramilitary groupAfricanews [en]
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