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Military rule is on the rise in Africa - nothing good came from it in the past
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Military rule is on the rise in Africa - nothing good came from it in the past

In the last few years, there has been a spate of military coups in Mali, Niger, Burkina Faso, Sudan and Guinea. Military rule, long dormant in African politics, is back. Coup leaders have suppressed protest,
The article from DefenceWeb discusses the resurgence of military coups in Africa, highlighting the recent events in Gabon where military officers overthrew President Ali Bongo Ondimba, marking the eighth coup in three years across the continent. It points out that military rule has historically led to negative outcomes such as economic mismanagement, human rights abuses, and political instability. The piece references past military regimes in countries like Nigeria, Uganda, and Burkina Faso, where coups led to prolonged periods of authoritarian rule, corruption, and economic decline. The article argues that while coups might initially be welcomed as a response to corrupt or ineffective governance, they ultimately fail to deliver lasting improvements in governance or economic conditions. It also notes the international community's concern over these developments, with fears that such instability could undermine democratic processes and regional security. The author concludes by suggesting that while the immediate aftermath of a coup might bring a sense of change, history shows that military rule does not foster sustainable development or good governance.

Read the Full Defence Web Article at:
[ https://www.defenceweb.co.za/african-news/military-rule-is-on-the-rise-in-africa-nothing-good-came-from-it-in-the-past/ ]