Niger has become the latest country in West Africa where the army has seized control, following Burkina Faso, Guinea, Mali, and Chad - all former French colonies. Since 1990, a striking 78% of the 27 coups in sub-Saharan Africa have occurred in Francophone states leading some commentators to ask whether...
Niger coup: Is France to blame for instability in West Africa?
2023-08-06 08:57
The recent wave of military takeovers have all been in former French colonies - is this a coincidence?
You Might Like...
Fitch downgrades US debt rating
Morgan Stanley sued for $750 million by lenders to rail line, who claim fraud
Citigroup asks employees to speak up about inappropriate behavior
United Airlines rolling out plan that lets passengers in economy class with window seats board first
HO Sports Unveils Sabre Water Ski, Displacing Traditional Petroleum-Based Materials With Checkerspot’s Biobased Foam Core
Walgreens profit tumbles, slashes guidance amid significant drop in Covid vaccine demand
US will have 18 ETFs launched this week for 2023 weekly record
Trucking company Yellow Corp. is reportedly preparing for bankruptcy. Here's what you need to know