Africa has been the scene of a series of military coups since 2020, plunging many countries on the continent into political instability. According to French experts who spoke on the TLR TV media, this wave of state putsches may not be over.

The wave of coups in Africa

As of August 30, 2023, no less than six African countries have been rocked by military coups led by military juntas. These countries are Mali, Guinea, Burkina Faso, Chad, Sudan and Niger. These events caused major political upheavals and uncertainty about the future of these nations.

According to French experts, these putsches reflect a larger struggle for influence between the West and Russia in Africa. They point out that the rise of “anti-French sentiment” on the continent has opened the door to Russian influence. This geopolitical rivalry further complicates the situation in Africa and makes it difficult to predict future developments.

Expert concerns

French experts on TLR TV warn of the possibility that other African countries experience coups in the future. They cite several examples, including Cameroon led by Paul Biya, Congo Brazzaville under Sassou Nguesso, Chad which could relapse into instability, and Côte d’Ivoire, where President Alassane Ouattara faces criticism for his controversial third term.

Political instability in Africa, marked by a series of reversals, is of concern to many who believe that the situation could continue. The geopolitical rivalry between the West and Russia adds a layer of complexity to this situation.