Tag: Military take over
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Gabon’s Borders Reopen Like Nothing Happened
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Gabon’s recent decision to reopen its borders this Saturday is a swift development following the abrupt closure just three days ago in the aftermath of a military coup that saw President Ali Bongo ousted from power, as reported by Reuters. This move signifies a crucial turn of events in the…
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Gabon Coup Effect: Rwanda and Cameroon Play Defense with Military Reshuffles
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In the aftermath of the recent military coup that ousted President Ali Bongo in Gabon, neighboring countries Rwanda and Cameroon have swiftly undertaken significant changes within their own military ranks. The coup, which sent shockwaves globally, led to condemnations from international bodies such as the United Nations and the African…
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Thomas Isidore Noël Sankara: The Revolutionary Leader of Burkina Faso
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Thomas Sankara, born on December 21, 1949, in Yako, French Upper Volta (now Burkina Faso), was a charismatic military officer, Marxist revolutionary, and Pan-Africanist. He rose to prominence as a transformative figure in Burkina Faso’s history, serving as its President from 1983 until his tragic assassination in 1987. Sankara’s visionary…
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Gabon Coup: From Contested Votes to Military Moves
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Gabon, a central African country known for its oil-rich resources, has been thrown into turmoil following a disputed presidential election, culminating in a military coup that has taken the nation by surprise. The election, which took place on Saturday, has led to widespread allegations of fraud and an abrupt power…