Summary
I. Overall evolution of the situation in the Sahel in recent years
II. Situation in Niger before the coup of July 26, 2023
III. Major developments after the coup in Niger
IV. Relations between France and Niger
V. Consequences of the coup in the countries of the Sahel
VI. Approaches and potential solutions to exit the Sahel from political and security instability
Introduction
African news is marked by the situation in Niger, which has experienced a coup since July 26, 2023, the outcome of which is not yet known. This situation follows a trend observed over the past three years in neighboring countries. Countries which have in common with Niger to belong to the Sahelian zone and to face a growing terrorist threat. This Sahelian zone is also the place of confrontation between the Western powers and the emerging powers which wish to rally Africa to a process of redefining the order of the world.
African news is marked by the situation in Niger, which has experienced a coup since July 26, 2023, the outcomeof which is not yet known. This situation follows a trend observed over the past three years in neighboring countries. Countries which have in common with Niger to belong to the Sahelian zone and to face a growing terrorist threat.
Africa Macro Trends is a summary of data, trends and analyses aimed at providing a quick overview of some of the key developments taking place in sub-Saharan Africa.
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