HumAngle examines the spate of military coups in Africa and how the developments pose severe threats to democracy.
By Adejumo Kabir
The recent power grabs by the military in African countries may not be unconnected with bad governance perpetrated by heads of civilian governments in the affected countries, making the citizens conflicted between brutal military regimes and authoritarian civilian governments.
On Jan. 24, 2022, the military deposed Burkina Faso’s President, Roch Kabore. Aside from dissolving the government (including the national assembly), they also suspended the constitution.
This came after two days of unrest at army camps in the country. The military claimed that the deterioration of the security situation and Kabore’s inability to unite the nation led to their actions.
HumAngle understands that the country has for years been battling with security challenges, inciting anger and resentment among soldiers who feel they are not adequately catered for in their fight against insurgency.
