"The policy of French Africa" (Françafrique), which implied the unofficial tutelage of Paris over the former colonies of Africa, is giving way to a new balanced partnership," said French President Emmanuel Macron during his visit to Gabon.
"Here in Gabon, we are connected by a common history, and let's not hide the history of Françafrique. This era of Françafrique is over," said the leader of France in a message addressed to the French public in that country, which was broadcast by the press service of the Elysée Palace.
