
New Books in African Studies Coups and the Threat of “Feel Good” Militarism in Africa
Sep 15, 2023
This podcast explores the rise of coups in Africa and the debate around military rule. It delves into the normalization of militarism, challenges and concerns surrounding the rehabilitation of the military in Africa, geopolitical factors influencing militarism, and the implications of militarism on security and development.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Normalizing Militarism and the Rehabilitation of the Military Image
02:47 • 2min
Rehabilitation of the Military in Africa: Challenges and Concerns
04:41 • 5min
The Rise of Militarism in Africa: Coups, Geopolitics, and External Actors
09:32 • 21min
The Rise of Militarism and its Implications on Security and Development
30:51 • 2min
