History of Ceuta since it became Spanish

Ceuta became Spanish after the end of the Filipino dynasty, remaining under Spanish sovereignty to this day. This territory constitutes a unique case on the African continent, representing the only persistent European presence on continental Africa after the era of decolonizations. The central question the article raises is precisely the exceptional nature of this Spanish possession, which contrasts with the widespread process of independence that occurred in other African colonies during the 20th century. The article invites reflection on what Ceuta is and what its singular historical situation is within the post-colonial African context.