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Benin has just concluded its presidential election on Sunday, April 12, 2026, and the results speak volumes—underscoring a nation that defied dire predictions. As West Africa grapples with recurring political

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Since the military coups in 2020 and 2021, Mali has undergone a dramatic shift in its external partnerships under the leadership of Assimi Goïta. While the new regime champions a

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Benin is holding its breath as citizens across the nation cast their ballots in a watershed presidential election—the first step toward a historic leadership transition. Polling stations opened nationwide at

The heartbeat of democracy resonates across Benin today as polling stations swing open nationwide. Around 17,000 voting centers have welcomed voters since 7:00 AM, with nearly 8 million registered citizens

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