Book Review: Rethinking civil-military relations in Africa: Beyond the coup d'état by Khisa, M., & Day, C. (Eds.).
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| Title: | Book Review: Rethinking civil-military relations in Africa: Beyond the coup d'état by Khisa, M., & Day, C. (Eds.). |
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| Authors: | Fanga Agbor, Martial (AUTHOR) |
| Source: | Armed Forces & Society (Sage Publications Inc.). Oct2025, Vol. 51 Issue 4, p1480-1487. 8p. |
| Subjects: | Rethinking Civil-Military Relations in Africa: Beyond the Coup d'Etat (Book), Coups d'état, Civil-military relations, Military government, Legitimacy of governments, Military relations, Gratitude |
| Abstract: | The article discusses the volume "Rethinking Civil-Military Relations in Africa: Beyond the Coup d'état," which critically examines civil-military interactions in Africa, emphasizing the need to move beyond traditional narratives focused solely on coups. The collection of essays argues for a nuanced understanding of military involvement in governance, highlighting the complexities of political legitimacy, historical contexts, and contemporary dynamics that shape civil-military relations. The contributors advocate for interdisciplinary approaches and propose a broader conceptual framework that recognizes the dual roles of militaries as both stabilizing forces and potential threats to democracy. The volume ultimately aims to enrich the discourse on civil-military relations by addressing the unique socio-political factors influencing military engagement in African governance. [Extracted from the article] |
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| Abstract: | The article discusses the volume "Rethinking Civil-Military Relations in Africa: Beyond the Coup d'état," which critically examines civil-military interactions in Africa, emphasizing the need to move beyond traditional narratives focused solely on coups. The collection of essays argues for a nuanced understanding of military involvement in governance, highlighting the complexities of political legitimacy, historical contexts, and contemporary dynamics that shape civil-military relations. The contributors advocate for interdisciplinary approaches and propose a broader conceptual framework that recognizes the dual roles of militaries as both stabilizing forces and potential threats to democracy. The volume ultimately aims to enrich the discourse on civil-military relations by addressing the unique socio-political factors influencing military engagement in African governance. [Extracted from the article] |
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| ISSN: | 0095327X |
| DOI: | 10.1177/0095327X241308232 |
