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September 25, 2023

Russia
How China and Russia Have Helped Foment Coups and the Growing Militarization of Politics

Militaries have become more involved in the governance and politics of nations worldwide in the last decade.

Chinese President Xi Jinping shakes hands with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Blog Post by Joshua Kurlantzick Asia Unbound

June 28, 2023

Mali
Mali’s Destination Unknown

Recent developments in Mali point to an uncertain future.

Voters look for their names on the voters roll at a polling station ahead of Mali's referendum vote in Bamako, Mali on June 18, 2023.
Blog Post by Michelle Gavin Africa Program

July 31, 2023

Niger
Pax Nigeriana

Nigeria should lead an Afro-Western alliance to flush out Niger’s military junta and restore democracy in the country.   

A general view of billowing smoke can be seen alongside supporters of the Nigerien defense and security forces attacking the headquarters of the Nigerien Party for Democracy and Socialism (PNDS).
Blog Post by Ebenezer Obadare Africa in Transition

August 7, 2023

Niger
The Anti- Anti-Coup

The apparent success of the military coup in Niger bodes ill for democracy and stability in the Sahel and the rest of the continent.

A demonstrator holds the Niger flag while another holds a poster that reads "Mohamed Bazoum: Une chance pour le Sahel."
Blog Post by Ebenezer Obadare Africa in Transition

July 27, 2023

Sudan
The President’s Inbox Recap: Sudan’s Civil War

The deadly conflict in Sudan has displaced millions and could roil the region.

Smoke as viewed rising above the Khartoum skyline.
Blog Post by Michelle Kurilla The Water's Edge