Major coups surge in Africa from 2019 to 2025, affecting 12 countries

A surge in coups across Africa occurred between 2019 and 2025, marking the largest increase in coups in decades. During this period, eleven coups were successful, five failed, and one escalated into civil war. A total of twelve countries were affected, primarily in West and Central Africa.

This significant rise in political instability has drawn attention from various political analysts and organizations monitoring governance in the region. The implications of these events are still being assessed as the situation continues to evolve.

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