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Aug 2023
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Can an initiative by Algeria end the cri...

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Can an initiative by Algeria end the crisis in neighbouring Niger? The Algerians are proposing a six-month transition period from military to civilian rule. While other African countries are threatening coup leaders with military intervention. So, how much leverage does Algeria have to push its initiative forward?

Join Host Mohammed Jamjoom

Guests:

Alexis Akwagyiram - Managing Editor, Semafor Africa news website.

Kabir Adamu - Managing Director, Beacon Consulting security risk management and intelligence provider.

Jacques Reland - Senior Research Fellow, Global Policy Institute think tank.

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