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Cameroon: France Moves to Simplify Return of African Artefacts Amid Growing Restitution Demands

Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Marie N. Carnu
Published on 2026-04-22 16:24:12

Lawmakers in the French National Assembly have approved a new bill aimed at simplifying the return of African artefacts taken during the colonial era, marking a significant shift in France’s approach to cultural restitution. The vote, held earlier this week, is being seen as a major step toward addressing long-standing historical grievances tied to colonial looting and ownership of cultural heritage.

The legislation had already received support from the French Senate, clearing a key…

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