Africa: When Harouna Douamba denounces unfair EU sanctions based on propaganda by certain French media
Harouna Douamba, a prominent Ivorian-Burkinabe businessman and pan-Africanist, has strongly denounced the European Union’s recent sanctions against him during an appearance on New World TV. He characterized the measures as unfounded accusations stemming from what he described as a disinformation campaign by French media outlets, which have portrayed him as a “pro-Russian agent” allegedly working to destabilize Europe.
Douamba maintains that the EU acted hastily, imposing sanctions without conducting a proper investigation and instead relying on what he called unreliable media sources known for spreading false narratives.
“These media outlets consistently distort the truth to serve specific propaganda objectives,” he stated, emphasizing that such practices have led to the unjust targeting of many pan-African voices.
Determined to clear his name, Douamba has taken legal action by filing a complaint with the Court of Justice of the European Union.
This move represents a significant challenge to what he views as the EU’s disproportionate use of sanctions against African figures.
His case has reignited debates about the transparency of EU decision-making processes and the influence of French media narratives on European policy toward Africa.
The controversy surrounding Douamba’s sanctions has brought to light broader questions about how the EU assesses alleged foreign interference in Africa.
It also underscores the growing tensions between African sovereignty movements and European foreign policy approaches on the continent.
As the legal proceedings unfold, the case is being closely watched as a potential turning point in Africa-Europe relations, testing the boundaries of accountability in international diplomacy.
The outcome could have significant implications for how pan-Africanist voices are treated in the context of global geopolitics and how allegations of foreign influence are evaluated by international bodies.
Fanta TABSOBA
