This week, many African heads of state will attend the 24th France-Africa summit in Cannes. Behind the glitz, the summit may mark a watershed in France’s relationship with Africa. France is preparing for its presidential elections this May, and as that battle for the presidency heats up, so, too, does the contest to forge new ties with Africa.
This week, many African heads of state will attend the 24th France-Africa summit in Cannes. Behind the glitz, the summit may mark a watershed in France’s relationship with Africa. France is preparing for its presidential elections this May, and as that battle for the presidency heats up, so, too, does the contest to forge new ties with Africa.