December 3, 2025

The quest for democracy in Africa through the analysis of frequent military coups in West Africa: a case of Guinea-Bissau

Key Points

Military coups challenge democratic governance in West Africa, highlighting urgent policy needs.
The African Union's role in promoting democracy is critical amid rising coups, particularly in Guinea-Bissau.
Policy recommendations aim to enhance citizen-centric governance and stabilize the region's political landscape.
The analysis calls for coordinated efforts among state actors to address the trend of military interventions.

Abstract

This policy brief highlights the causes of rising military coups in West Africa within the concept of democracy and governance protocols prescribed by the African Union (AU). The policy brief pays specific attention to the 2023 events in Guinea-Bissau, expected regional trends, and the likely impact on the citizen-centric consideration for governance. The pathways to policy responses from state actors, and makes recommendations for actions that can contribute to the regional policy environment.

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synapsesocial.com/papers/694025972d562116f28fec15 https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.14749/30771296

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