Ports in Africa: Vincent Bolloré headed for trial after Paris court clears proceedings

French businessman Vincent Bolloré is now closer to standing trial over alleged misconduct linked to his group’s acquisition of key African port concessions. On 7 November 2025, the Paris Court of Appeal rejected most of the legal challenges raised by Bolloré’s defence team, validating the procedure and paving the way for a possible trial.

The case centres on how Bolloré’s companies secured lucrative port management contracts in…