France is grappling with the legacy of its colonial past in Africa, 15 years after pledging a new relationship with the continent. According to RFI Africa specialist Christophe Boisbouvier, Paris struggles to balance its desire for influence with its aim to avoid colonial-era interference. Boisbouvier argues in his new book that France can foster a partnership of equals through mutual respect rather than arrogance or domination.

Originally reported by AllAfrica