UK-Africa relations: Starmer's 'reset' that never delivered

Jun 29, 2026, 01:10 PM en source ↗
France's Africa Policy (Françafrique)UK PM Starmer Resignation

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In 2024 British Prime Minister Keir Starmer promised a fresh UK-Africa partnership, but two years on his resignation leaves those ambitions unfinished. DW reports on scaled-back aid and questions about Britain's long-term commitment to the continent.

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Back in 2024 British Prime Minister Keir Starmer promised a fresh UK–Africa partnership. Two years later, his resignation leaves unfinished ambitions, scaled-back aid and questions about Britain's long-term commitment.

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