Article by Viory Macron Admits Decline President Emmanuel Macron admitted declining French influence in Africa again at the Africa–France summit in Nairobi, saying French companies had for too long assumed privileged access across the continent while competitors expanded their presence. Speaking ahead of the summit, Macron said relations between France and African countries are undergoing … Continue reading We got pushed out of Africa because others are more competitive! – Macron admits French felt ‘entitled’… and lost out