Bénin has joined the expanding group of African nations where military personnel have sought to seize control since 2020. A recent attempt to take over the government lasted several hours…
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Benin foils coup attempt against president talon
Africa Benin foils coup attempt against President Talon Gunfire erupted near the presidential palace in Cotonou as soldiers blocked access to key government buildings. Agence France-Presse In Cotonou Article Why…
Coup d’état attempt in Benin government denies control loss
Military faction claims control over Benin’s government The presidency of Bénin has firmly denied claims of losing control following an unexpected announcement by a group of soldiers. According to reports…
Benin presidency maintains control following attempted military coup
A military faction appeared on the national broadcaster of Bénin on Sunday morning, December 7, declaring that President Patrice Talon had been ousted from power. However, the president’s inner circle…
Mali: one year of HPV vaccination progress and challenges
Mali: steady progress in HPV vaccination one year after launch One year after introducing the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine, Mali is making significant strides in protecting its young girls. In…
Burkina Faso: unlawful detention and conviction of human rights lawyer Ini Benjamine Esther Doli
Unjust conviction and continued detention of a prominent human rights advocate in Burkina Faso In a deeply troubling development, human rights lawyer Ini Benjamine Esther Doli has been convicted and…
“La situation au Mali est le résultat d’un échec patent de la Russie”, affirme Jean-Noël Barrot
“La situation au Mali est le résultat d’un échec patent de la Russie”, affirme Jean-Noël Barrot Le ministre des Affaires étrangères Jean-Noël Barrot est interrogé au Sénat, mercredi 26 novembre,…