France in Africa: Colonial Crimes, Neocolonialism, and the Case for Reparations

For centuries, Africa’s vast wealth in natural resources, labor, and human capital was systematically extracted under brutal colonial rule—France playing a central role in this prolonged exploitation. From the transatlantic slave trade to control over the CFA franc currency and post-independence economic dominance, France’s hand in Africa’s ongoing poverty and underdevelopment remains deeply entrenched. Today, African nations and advocates are demanding reparations—financial, environmental, and political redress—for the immense damage wrought. This powerful documentary-style discussion explores the historical context, contemporary neocolonial dynamics, and why 2025 marks a decisive moment in Africa’s quest for sovereignty, justice, and economic emancipation from French influence. Watch and learn how reparations are not only a moral imperative but a vital step toward true African independence.