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African Coups D’état Africa History Blog VI A coup d’état is the sudden and violent overthrow of a government, usually done by a small group that replaces the top power figures. A coup rarely [...]

The CFA Franc Africa History Blog V This year, the CFA franc is turning 75 years old. The currency, backed by the French treasury and fixed to the euro, is currently being used by more than 160 [...]