Sahel in Transition: Breaking Chains or Choosing New Masters?
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Disclaimer: This image is AI-generated for illustrative purposes and does not depict real people or events directly. The Sahel revolution Since 2020, Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso, three West African countries in the Sahel region have made global headlines. Each of them has experienced military coups that removed elected leaders, pushed out French forces, and promoted Pan-African independence. Many people have celebrated these bold moves. But an important question remains: Are these countries really breaking free from colonial control, or are they simply swapping old masters (like France) for new ones (like Russia or China)? The Sahel Region: The Sahel is a long strip of land South of the Sahara Desert, stretching across West and Central Africa. It has faced major problems for many years: Terrorism: Armed Islamist groups linked to Al-Qaeda and ISIS operate there. Mass suffering: Many people have been forced to flee their homes due to violence. Political chaos: Coups and unst...