[Salon] Frexit in Africa: How the Continent is Severing Ties With France

[Chas Freeman <cwfresidence@gmail.com>]

https://sputnikglobe.com/20250131/frexit-in-africa-how-the-continent-is-severing-ties-with-france-1121521067.html

1/31/25

Frexit in Africa: How the Continent is Severing Ties With France

Chad has announced a full withdrawal of 1,000 French troops from its territory. What other African nations have ceased France’s draining military presence?

1. Mali: In May 2022, the country terminated its defense deal with Paris, and the exit of 2,400 French soldiers was completed by December 2023. 

2. Burkina Faso: In February 2023, the country ordered around 400 French troops to leave within a month.

3. Niger: Following the military coup on July 26, 2023, which had widespread support from the Nigerien population, France withdrew 1,500 soldiers in December 2023.

4. Central African Republic: In December 2022, a contingent of 130 French troops withdrew from the country.

Where is France expected to pull out next?

Senegal: The westernmost country in West Africa announced in November 2024 that France “should” close its military bases (home to 350 soldiers) by the end of 2025.

Ivory Coast (Côte d'Ivoire): A French contingent of 600-1,000 troops is expected to withdraw by the end of January 2025.