The French African connection

Al Jazeera documentary in 3 parts:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lZKHZVVRITY (France's Thirst for Energy)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DOM59Ty9yX8(The Elf Scandal)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uOambdQnCdw (Turning Tables)
A short summary here.