Franc CFA, military bases: the West loses ground in Africa

Author: camer.bePublished on: September 23, 2026Country: Cameroon

PoliticsBusiness & Economy

Franc CFA, military bases: the West loses ground in Africa

The article examines the declining influence of the West in Africa, particularly through the lens of the Franc CFA and military bases. It highlights that African countries are increasingly seeking to free themselves from economic and military dependencies. This dynamic is seen as a challenge for Western powers that have long dominated the region.

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