Military unrest in Bénin: a regional context West Africa continues to face significant political turbulence, with recent coups d’état in countries like Burkina Faso, Niger, and Mali. Many of these new military regimes have publicly distanced themselves from France, the former colonial power, since taking control. The French government hasContinue Reading
The Bénin has become the latest African nation to witness a military power grab, joining a growing list of countries in Africa de l’Ouest where officers have attempted to seize control since 2020. In a dramatic turn of events, soldiers stormed state television on Sunday, declaring the ousting of PresidentContinue Reading
Unrest unfolded in Cotonou on Sunday morning as a group of soldiers attempted to seize control of the government in Benin. The attempt, labeled a coup by authorities, was thwarted after the president’s supporters reclaimed key institutions. military faction claims power over state television A faction calling itself the MilitaryContinue Reading
On Sunday morning, December 7, a group of soldiers in Bénin declared on national television that they had «removed from office» President Patrice Talon. However, the president’s close circle immediately dismissed the claim, insisting he was safe and that government forces were regaining control of the situation. military group claimsContinue Reading
Gunfire erupted in Cotonou, Benin’s bustling economic capital, as a group of soldiers announced on state television that President Patrice Talon had been removed from office. Within hours, however, the Interior Minister swiftly declared that the attempted coup had failed and that the government remained firmly in control. By AïssataContinue Reading
Home International Africa Benin coup attempt 2025 presidency claims control restored A group of soldiers announced on Sunday morning via national television they had “removed from office” President Patrice Talon, though his administration swiftly denied the claim and insisted the military had regained control. Share Benin President Patrice Talon wasContinue Reading
Bénin authorities declare a coup attempt thwarted Gunshots resonated in the economic capital, and military personnel restricted access to the presidential palace. Officials in Bénin announced on Sunday that they successfully foiled a coup attempt aimed at overthrowing President Patrice Talon. The president confirmed the situation was “totally under control,”Continue Reading
The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, a collaborative effort between the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and the World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT), has received updated reports concerning the legal situation of Ini Benjamine Esther Doli in Burkina Faso. Current status of the case On NovemberContinue Reading
Mali: HPV vaccination gains lasting momentum one year after launch A year after introducing the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine, Mali is witnessing a strong and growing uptake among 10-year-old girls. From the capital Bamako to surrounding communities, families are increasingly embracing this critical protection against cervical cancer. While challenges persist—includingContinue Reading
Niger’s commitment to health sovereignty takes center stage at Dakhla summit The Nigerien Minister of Public Health and Hygiene, Colonel Major Garba Hakimi, reaffirmed Niger’s dedication to achieving health sovereignty during a high-level address at the first African Summit on Health Systems and Health Sovereignty in Dakhla, Morocco, on NovemberContinue Reading
A significant influx of displaced individuals has overwhelmed the town of Téra, located in western Niger, as recent arrivals from villages in the southern part of the region have sought refuge within the city and its outskirts since late last month. The evacuation of Diagourou, a neighboring commune just tenContinue Reading
The Government of Burkina Faso, in partnership with the World Bank, has formalized a credit agreement for an additional $100.4 million. This crucial funding is designated to bolster the Human Capital Protection Project, specifically focusing on sustaining essential basic social services across Burkina Faso. These resources are set to reinforceContinue Reading