Macron plans 'noticeable reduction' of French military in Africa

Macron plans 'noticeable reduction' of French troops in Africa

Macron made the announcement on Monday of a "noticeable reduction" of French troop presence in Africa, where anti-French sentiment is running high in some former colonies

Macron plans 'noticeable reduction' of French troops in Africa

President Emmanuel Macron on Monday announced a "noticeable reduction" of French troop presence in Africa, where anti French sentiment is running high in some former colonies.

France: Macron announces further withdrawal from Africa

The former colonial power France is increasingly losing influence in Africa. President Macron has now announced the withdrawal of more soldiers. At the same time, he warned against leaving the field to Russia and China on the continent.

France to close its regular military bases in Africa

"The bases as they exist now are a heritage from the past," said the French president.

Macron: 'New era' in economic, military strategy in Africa

Macron said French military bases won't be closed, but will be transformed based on needs expressed by African partners

Macron pledges to reduce French military presence in Africa

President’s comments come ahead trip to continent as Paris seeks to counter growing Chinese and Russian influence