This following text is an opinion piece on the ongoing situation in Niger. Niger is a key part of the Sahel region and is geographically the largest country in West Africa. Politically, the country has experienced relative democratic stability while its neighbors, Mali and Burkina Faso, have endured military coups and terrorism in recent years.… Continue reading Fraction within the West Africa bloc? The Coup in Niger and its implications
The following text is an excerpt from the author's master's thesis, submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Master of International Affairs at the Hertie School, Berlin. Executive Summary This research undertook the challenge of understanding how the leadership style of ECOWAS influences the results of its intervention; using the case study of… Continue reading Why does ECOWAS succeed in resolving civil conflicts in Liberia but lacks effective measures in fighting terrorism in Mali?
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