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But sanctions aren't enough - the AU and states must tackle root causes, including electoral fraud and service delivery failure.
As in Mali, ECOWAS countries have imposed sanctions on Niger and threatened to intervene militarily to dislodge the coup leaders if they fail to reinstate deposed president Mohamed Bazoum. And as with Mali and other cases, experience shows that sanctions alone cannot deter overthrows - the root causes must be addressed.
Leaders focusing on development rather than enriching themselves are scarce in Africa. The continent is endowed with abundant valuable natural resources, yet it accounts for about 60% of the world'sPolitical systems generally benefit only the ruling elite, who plunder public resources and lack empathy for the economic hardship experienced by their people.
Some have used these means to stay in control for over three decades with little to show in terms of socio-economic development. Even in countries where electoral democracy seems to function well, newly elected leaders often fail to deliver on their promises to improve citizens' welfare. Any solutions to the increase in military takeovers in Africa must tackle the root cause of the problem. The AU and regional economic communities should seriously investigate and address the underlying drivers.There was a problem processing your submission. Please try again later.
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