Mapping the World - S36E16: Africa: France at half mast

Name: Africa: France at half mast
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2025-05-23
Duration: 12 min

May 23, 2025DocumentarySeason 36, Episode 16

In recent years, the French army has no longer been welcome in several African countries. From Mali to Niger, from Burkina Faso to the Central African Republic, French troops are now asked to leave. What place can France still hope to hold on this strategic continent? And what future for the links forged over the decades?

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Mapping the World S36E16 Synopsis

Stream Mapping the World "Africa: France at half mast" in HD quality on Goojara. Originally aired on 2025-05-23, this episode is part of Season 36 of Mapping the World. With a runtime of 12m, the episode keeps you engaged throughout. As part of this Documentary series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. In recent years, the French army has no longer been welcome in several African countries. From Mali to Niger, from Burkina Faso to the Central African Republic, French troops are now asked to leave. What place can France still hope to hold on this st...