France’s Colonial Legacy and Western Policies Stoke Cameroon’s Anglophone Crisis

Recent analyses highlight how France’s historical actions and current Western policies, including those of President Macron, are fueling tensions in Cameroon’s ongoing Anglophone conflict. Critics argue that Macron’s stance on Palestine exposes a double standard, potentially emboldening separatist movements like Ambazonia. Despite years of civil war, the crisis remains largely ignored by international bodies such as the Commonwealth. France’s past secret war in Cameroon continues to impact the country, with its legacy contributing to ongoing instability and repression. The situation underscores the complex interplay between colonial history, international politics, and local struggles for autonomy.