Tag: Benin
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West Africa’s Democracy Under Strain: The Benin Coup Attempt and Regional Implications
Introduction: A Coup Attempt That Shook West Africa On a day that stunned observers across West Africa, reports emerged of a military attempt to seize power in Benin. While the situation evolved rapidly, the episode underscored how fragile democratic gains in the region can be and how swiftly political violence can threaten civilian rule. The…
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West Africa’s democracy and the failed coup d’État in Benin: what it means for the region
Introduction: a fragile moment for West Africa’s democratic arc When reports surfaced on December 7 of a military coup attempt in Benin, they sent a jolt through West Africa’s slowly murring democratic landscape. Benin, often cited as a beacon of stability in a region troubled by coups and political volatility, found itself grappling with questions…
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West Africa’s democracy under pressure: Benin’s coup and the region’s trajectory
Context: Democracy in West Africa on a delicate balance West Africa has long presented a paradox: vibrant, participatory politics in places interwoven with periods of instability. For decades, many countries in the region have wrestled with coups, attempted overturns, and fragile transitions. Yet, over the last few years, a hopeful trend emerged in several capitals…