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Africa's Last Colonial Currency

The CFA Franc Story

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Exploring the CFA Franc's origins, the book delves into its role in maintaining economic imperialism in fourteen African states post-colonialism. It examines why French authorities established this currency in 1945 and the implications of its continued influence on former colonies' monetary sovereignty. As protests against the CFA Franc escalate, the authors highlight the necessity of demystifying its legacy, arguing that true decolonization remains incomplete. This critical analysis sheds light on the ongoing impact of colonial monetary policies in Africa.

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Africa's Last Colonial Currency, Fanny Pigeaud, Ndongo Samba Sylla, William Mitchell

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Titre
Africa's Last Colonial Currency
Sous-titre
The CFA Franc Story
Langue
Anglais
Éditeur
Pluto Press
Publié
2021
Format
rigide
Pages
192
ISBN13
9780745341781
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Exploring the CFA Franc's origins, the book delves into its role in maintaining economic imperialism in fourteen African states post-colonialism. It examines why French authorities established this currency in 1945 and the implications of its continued influence on former colonies' monetary sovereignty. As protests against the CFA Franc escalate, the authors highlight the necessity of demystifying its legacy, arguing that true decolonization remains incomplete. This critical analysis sheds light on the ongoing impact of colonial monetary policies in Africa.