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Born in France but searching for a future in Africa

FutureScreenshot 2024 10 28 052545.png Menka Gomis

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 Source: BBC

Menka Gomis, a 39-year-old French citizen of Senegalese descent, is part of a growing trend of French Africans leaving France due to rising racism and discrimination.

He has started a travel agency to help others reconnect with their African roots.

Many, including Gomis, express disillusionment with life in France, citing safety concerns and a lack of acceptance.

This "silent exodus" reflects a broader movement of highly educated individuals seeking a better future in Africa, driven by a desire for opportunity and connection to their heritage.

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Source: BBC