Katarina Hoije

West Africa correspondent for Bloomberg who reports on regional politics, security and economics, providing on-the-ground analysis of events such as the Benin coup attempt.

Best podcasts with Katarina Hoije

Ranked by the Snipd community

8 snips

Dec 11, 2025 • 13min

Why A Failed Coup Signals Escalating Risk in West Africa

Katarina Hoije, Bloomberg's West Africa correspondent, shares her insights on the foiled coup in Benin. She details the swift regional intervention led by Nigeria and the timing of ECOWAS's decisive action, contrasting it with previous inaction. Katarina analyzes Nigeria's motivations for military involvement and discusses the rising trend of coups in West Africa since 2020, attributing it to political instability and youth discontent. She also highlights potential future hotspots and the implications for upcoming elections in the region.

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!

Get the app