KOKO Business · 26 Oct 2026
France’s Unrest: Blame on Immigrants Sparks Debate

France's recent unrest has led to accusations against immigrants, with some attributing the violence to their presence in the country. However, this perspective has been challenged by individuals like Diabagate Adama, an African immigrant working in France's private security sector for nearly a decade.
Adama argues that blaming migrants for the violence is both unfair and misleading, emphasizing that the situation is more complex than simply attributing it to immigration. He highlights the alarming nature of the latest incidents, which have significantly impacted the country.
US President Donald Trump has publicly criticized France, calling the country "burning" and linking its decline to immigration.