The short-lived coup in Benin, attempting to overthrow President Patrice Talon, was the latest in a series of recent coups across Africa. And they are following a similar pattern of disputed elections, constitutional upheaval, security crises and youth discontent. For in-depth analysis and a deeper perspective, Gavin Lee welcomes Nina Wilén, Associate Professor in Political Science at Lund University and Director for the Africa Programme at Egmont Institute for International Relations.
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