2 chapters across the catalog
African Resource Sovereignty, Gabon Coup Context
While some African nations embrace the green agenda, others like Nigeria and Senegal wish to exploit their own fossil fuel deposits. The hosts suggest that recent coups, such as the one in Gabon, are driven by populations angry that natural resource wealth is not being distributed fairly.
African Coup Contagion, France 24 and Douchebag Doug Analysis
The discussion examines the recent string of military takeovers across Africa, specifically focusing on the coup in Gabon that ended the 56-year rule of the Bongo dynasty. Analysis of media coverage from France 24 features "Douchebag Doug," who attributes the regional instability to jihadist insurgencies and incompetent leadership. The hosts critique the media's framing of these events and the military's role in canceling "truncated" election results.
