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West Africa has experience of military coups, characterized by the overthrow of democratically elected governments by military forces. These coups have been driven by various factors, including political instability, corruption, economic mismanagement, ethnic tensions, and dissatisfaction with governance. The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) plays a crucial role in addressing regional issues, including military coups, through its commitment to promoting peace, security, and economic integration. In response to military coups, ECOWAS has adopted a firm stance, condemning such actions and imposing sanctions on coup leaders and their supporters. ECOWAS has adopted a firm stance, condemning such actions and imposing sanctions on coup leaders and their supporters. Additionally, ECOWAS has deployed peacekeeping missions to restore constitutional order and support democratic transitions in affected countries.
The recurring occurrence of military coups in West Africa poses a significant threat to regional stability, democratic governance, and socio-economic development. The persistent interruption of constitutional order by military forces undermines the principles of democracy and the rule of law, exacerbating political tensions and fostering an environment of uncertainty and insecurity. Furthermore, the response to military coups by regional organizations, particularly the Economic Community of west African States (ECOWAS), faces challenges in effectively preventing, managing, and solving such crises.
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The recurring occurrence of military coups in West Africa poses a significant threat to regional stability, democratic governance, and socio-economic development. The persistent interruption of constitutional order by military forces undermines the principles of democracy and the rule of law, exacerbating political tensions and fostering an environment of uncertainty and insecurity. Furthermore, the response to military coups by regional organizations, particularly the Economic Community of west African States (ECOWAS), faces challenges in effectively preventing, managing, and solving such crises.
We are interested in manuscripts that focus on:
- Root Causes and Motivations
- Impact on Democracy
- Regional Dynamics
- International Response
- Conflict Management and Resolution
- Democratic Governance
- Peace and Security
- Institutional Reform
Keywords: Africa, Coup, ECOWAS, Governance, Security
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