Benin

Benin's Parakou dry port shipped its first cotton on June 23, marking the completion of a decade-delayed Petrolin project. The project connects northern Benin and the Sahel to the Port of Cotonou.

Over 17 million people in nine conflict-affected states in northern Nigeria face severe hunger, according to the UN's WFP, which attributes the crisis to violence and funding cuts. Some displaced individuals are fleeing to neighboring Benin.

Twelve of the world’s twenty fastest-growing economies in 2025 are African, with the continent projected to grow 4.0% in 2026. Ethiopia leads with an 9.2% growth projection, followed by Guinea at 8.7%, while Uganda, Rwanda, and Benin also rank among the fastest-growing.

Floods in Côte d’Ivoire have killed 59 people since May, with fears the death toll could rise as rescue efforts continue during the rainy season. Neighboring countries like Ghana, Benin, Togo, and Nigeria have also experienced flooding, with Ghana reporting 13 deaths.

Three International Criminal Court judges from Canada, Uganda, and Benin sued U.S. President Donald Trump and his administration over sanctions imposed on them in 2020, claiming the measures were unlawful and intended to coerce them. The lawsuit, filed in a Manhattan federal court, alleges the sanctions aimed to exert extrajudicial pressure.

Benin, Africa’s largest cotton producer, is working to improve infrastructure to transport cotton from northern growing regions to southern ports and processing plants. With China’s assistance, the country aims to reshape its cotton industry by developing the Glo-Djigbé Industrial Zone to process cotton instead of exporting it raw.

China is transforming the historic slave trade port of Ouidah in Benin into a waterfront tourism destination. The site, which was central to the transatlantic slave trade, features the 'Slave Route' and the 'Gate of No Return' as historical landmarks.

The article discusses how Voodoo in Benin overcame suppression to become a democratic force. Benin recently inaugurated President Romuald Wadagni as its new leader in the latest transition in the West African nation.

S&P warns that the Middle East conflict is straining Africa's energy and food systems, risking credit ratings and economic stability. Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz have blocked fuel and fertilizer exports, threatening import-dependent nations like Madagascar, Benin, Mozambique, and Guinea. Fuel cost hikes have already sparked protests in countries such as Comoros and Kenya.

In Cotonou, Benin, China Harbour Engineering Company is constructing Terminal 5 at the Autonomous Port of Cotonou, involving land reclamation and two 100,000-tonne berths. Chinese firms are also working on major infrastructure projects, including road paving in the commercial hub.

Benin's new president, Romauld Wadagni, prioritizes economic prosperity amid challenges like poverty and security threats. The IMF projects 7% economic growth and 2% inflation, but over a third of the population lives below the poverty line, and jihadist attacks have increased due to regional instability.

Benin's recent presidential election, marked by a landslide victory, is criticized for lacking democratic integrity. The article highlights the country's decline from being a democratic stronghold in West Africa to a regime with questionable electoral processes.

Keba Seba, an activist known for opposing French influence in Africa and supporting West African military leaders, was arrested in South Africa for his alleged involvement in a coup plot against Benin's government.

Keba Seba, an activist known for opposing French influence in Africa and supporting West Africa's military leaders, was arrested in South Africa over alleged involvement in a Benin coup plot.

Government candidate Wadagni is projected to win the Benin presidential election. The incoming president will confront significant security challenges in the northern regions and difficulties in improving living standards.

Presidential elections in Djibouti and Benin highlight the impact of exorbitant nomination fees on democracy. Alexis Mohamed, a former adviser to Djibouti's president Ismail Omar Guelleh, cannot run due to financial barriers and lack of security guarantees. Guelleh, the habitual winner, faces criticism for a ceremonial political system.

Polls in Benin have closed with the finance minister anticipated to win the election. Former President Patrice Talon resigned after completing two five-year terms.

Benin has begun counting votes in its election. Romuald Wadagni, an ex-Deloitte executive, is expected to win the election.

Benin is holding a presidential election, with Al Jazeera's reporter Ahmed Idris in Cotonou providing analysis on the significance of the vote. The article focuses on the political process and its implications for the country.

Benin is holding a presidential election while dealing with worsening security and economic issues. The new leader will face significant challenges in addressing these problems.

Benin is holding a presidential election four months after a failed coup, with the country's finance minister favored to win. President Patrice Talon, who stepped down after a decade in office, is ineligible to run again due to term limits.

Benin's presidential election is approaching, with the Finance minister positioned as the favorite to win. Incumbent President Talon, who has led the country for 10 years, will step down after the election.

An Islamist insurgency is increasingly threatening Benin's stability, dominating its presidential campaign. Cross-border raids by militant Islamist groups are exacerbating regional security concerns.

The article highlights how Islamist insurgency is central to Benin's presidential campaign, with cross-border raids from militant groups threatening the country's stability in West Africa.