Global Educational Research Journal

Regional Dynamics and West African Politics: The Impact of Burkina Faso’s Leadership Change on ECOWAS Stability

This study examines the influence of Burkina Faso’s leadership transition on regional stability within the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). Employing a qualitative methodology, including document analysis and expert interviews, the research explores the political, security, and diplomatic implications of Burkina Faso’s change in leadership on regional cohesion and policy coordination. The findings highlight the complexities of leadership shifts in a fragile political environment and their ripple effects across neighbouring states and regional institutions. The paper underscores the importance of leadership legitimacy and regional solidarity in maintaining stability in West Africa.

 

Keywords: West Africa, Burkina Faso, ECOWAS, leadership change, regional stability, qualitative analysis

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