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Benin confirms Wadagni's presidential vote win

Benin's finance minister Romuald Wadagni was officially confirmed to have won the west African country's presidential election, according to final results on Thursday.

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#AfNews]]> Fri, 24 Apr 2026 21:15:08 +0200 Benin confirms Wadagni's presidential vote win <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/215fd1f5a-1.jpg" /></p>Benin confirms Wadagni's presidential vote win<br /> <br /> Benin's finance minister Romuald Wadagni was officially confirmed to have won the west African country's presidential election, according to final results on Thursday.<br /> <br /> READ MORE : http://www.africanews.com/2026/04/23/benin-confirms-wadagnis-presidential-vote-win<br /> <br /> Subscribe on our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/africanews?sub_confirmation=1 and receive all the latest news from the continent.<br /> <br /> Africanews is available in English and French.<br /> Website : www.africanews.com<br /> Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/africanews.channel/<br /> Twitter : https://twitter.com/africanews<br /> <br /> #AfNews]]> https://www.headlinesafrica.com/benin-confirms-wadagnis-presidential-vote-win_215fd1f5a.html Beninese pan-African activist Kemi Seba arrested in South Africa https://www.headlinesafrica.com/beninese-pan-african-activist-kemi-seba-arrested-in-south-africa_0a7556f46.html

Beninese pan-African activist Kemi Seba arrested in South Africa

Seba, who is wanted by Cotonou for 'inciting rebellion', has been remanded in custody as extradition processes get underway.

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#AfNews]]> Fri, 17 Apr 2026 20:40:08 +0200 Beninese pan-African activist Kemi Seba arrested in South Africa <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/0a7556f46-1.jpg" /></p>Beninese pan-African activist Kemi Seba arrested in South Africa<br /> <br /> Seba, who is wanted by Cotonou for 'inciting rebellion', has been remanded in custody as extradition processes get underway.<br /> <br /> READ MORE : http://www.africanews.com/2026/04/16/beninese-pan-african-activist-kemi-seba-arrested-in-south-africa<br /> <br /> Subscribe on our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/africanews?sub_confirmation=1 and receive all the latest news from the continent.<br /> <br /> Africanews is available in English and French.<br /> Website : www.africanews.com<br /> Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/africanews.channel/<br /> Twitter : https://twitter.com/africanews<br /> <br /> #AfNews]]> https://www.headlinesafrica.com/beninese-pan-african-activist-kemi-seba-arrested-in-south-africa_0a7556f46.html Wadagni claims landslide victory in Benin presidential vote https://www.headlinesafrica.com/wadagni-claims-landslide-victory-in-benin-presidential-vote_0b99e4fa1.html

Wadagni claims landslide victory in Benin presidential vote

Romuald Wadagni has secured a decisive win in Benin’s presidential election, taking 94 percent of the vote according to provisional results released by the electoral commission.

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#AfNews]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2026 20:25:09 +0200 Wadagni claims landslide victory in Benin presidential vote <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/0b99e4fa1-1.jpg" /></p>Wadagni claims landslide victory in Benin presidential vote <br /> <br /> Romuald Wadagni has secured a decisive win in Benin’s presidential election, taking 94 percent of the vote according to provisional results released by the electoral commission.<br /> <br /> READ MORE : http://www.africanews.com/2026/04/13/opposition-candidate-concedes-defeat-in-benin-presidential-election<br /> <br /> Subscribe on our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/africanews?sub_confirmation=1 and receive all the latest news from the continent.<br /> <br /> Africanews is available in English and French.<br /> Website : www.africanews.com<br /> Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/africanews.channel/<br /> Twitter : https://twitter.com/africanews<br /> <br /> #AfNews]]> https://www.headlinesafrica.com/wadagni-claims-landslide-victory-in-benin-presidential-vote_0b99e4fa1.html Who becomes the next president of Benin? https://www.headlinesafrica.com/who-becomes-the-next-president-of-benin_c988b8ee2.html

Benin awaits the name of its next president [Africanews Today]

In Benin, the focus is now on counting the votes following Sunday’s presidential election. As for the outcome of the race, analysts say there is little chance of a surprise result between Romuald Wadagni, the incumbent president’s handpicked successor, and opposition candidate Paul Hounkpé.

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]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2026 20:25:09 +0200 Who becomes the next president of Benin? <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/c988b8ee2-1.jpg" /></p><p>Benin awaits the name of its next president [Africanews Today]<br /><br />In Benin, the focus is now on counting the votes following Sunday’s presidential election. As for the outcome of the race, analysts say there is little chance of a surprise result between Romuald Wadagni, the incumbent president’s handpicked successor, and opposition candidate Paul Hounkpé. <br /><br />READ MORE : http://www.africanews.com/2026/04/13/benin-awaits-the-name-of-its-next-president-africanews-today<br /><br />Subscribe on our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/africanews?sub_confirmation=1 and receive all the latest news from the continent.<br /><br />Africanews is available in English and French.<br />Website : www.africanews.com<br />Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/africanews.channel/<br />Twitter : https://twitter.com/africanews<br /><br />#AfWeb</p>]]> https://www.headlinesafrica.com/who-becomes-the-next-president-of-benin_c988b8ee2.html Wadagni claims landslide victory in Benin election amid calls for unity and reform https://www.headlinesafrica.com/wadagni-claims-landslide-victory-in-benin-election-amid-calls-for-unity-and-reform_f6bb97339.html

Wadagni claims landslide victory in Benin election amid calls for unity and reform

In Benin, presidential frontrunner Romuald Wadagni has swept to victory, securing 94 percent of the vote according to provisional results released by the electoral commission. The preliminary tally was published overnight, with final official results still pending.

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#AfNews]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2026 20:25:08 +0200 Wadagni claims landslide victory in Benin election amid calls for unity and reform <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/f6bb97339-1.jpg" /></p>Wadagni claims landslide victory in Benin election amid calls for unity and reform<br /> <br /> In Benin, presidential frontrunner Romuald Wadagni has swept to victory, securing 94 percent of the vote according to provisional results released by the electoral commission. The preliminary tally was published overnight, with final official results still pending.<br /> <br /> READ MORE : http://www.africanews.com/2026/04/14/wadagni-claims-landslide-victory-in-benin-election-amid-calls-for-unity-and-reform<br /> <br /> Subscribe on our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/africanews?sub_confirmation=1 and receive all the latest news from the continent.<br /> <br /> Africanews is available in English and French.<br /> Website : www.africanews.com<br /> Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/africanews.channel/<br /> Twitter : https://twitter.com/africanews<br /> <br /> #AfNews]]> https://www.headlinesafrica.com/wadagni-claims-landslide-victory-in-benin-election-amid-calls-for-unity-and-reform_f6bb97339.html Benin heads to a pivotal transition as votes are counted https://www.headlinesafrica.com/benin-heads-to-a-pivotal-transition-as-votes-are-counted_830570331.html

Benin heads to a pivotal transition as votes are counted

Benin began counting ballots Sunday after a presidential election that could extend a decade of economic growth while testing the country’s democratic balance. Finance Minister Romuald Wadagni is the frontrunner to succeed outgoing president Patrice Talon, who is stepping down after two terms.

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#AfNews]]> Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:20:17 +0200 Benin heads to a pivotal transition as votes are counted <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/830570331-1.jpg" /></p>Benin heads to a pivotal transition as votes are counted<br /> <br /> Benin began counting ballots Sunday after a presidential election that could extend a decade of economic growth while testing the country’s democratic balance. Finance Minister Romuald Wadagni is the frontrunner to succeed outgoing president Patrice Talon, who is stepping down after two terms.<br /> <br /> READ MORE : http://www.africanews.com/2026/04/13/benin-heads-to-a-pivotal-transition-as-votes-are-counted<br /> <br /> Subscribe on our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/africanews?sub_confirmation=1 and receive all the latest news from the continent.<br /> <br /> Africanews is available in English and French.<br /> Website : www.africanews.com<br /> Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/africanews.channel/<br /> Twitter : https://twitter.com/africanews<br /> <br /> #AfNews]]> https://www.headlinesafrica.com/benin-heads-to-a-pivotal-transition-as-votes-are-counted_830570331.html Benin leans into painful past to encourage cultural tourism https://www.headlinesafrica.com/benin-leans-into-painful-past-to-encourage-cultural-tourism_29577fa98.html

Benin leans into painful past to encourage cultural tourism

Benin is leaning into its painful history as a key port in the transatlantic slave trade to encourage tourism.

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#AfThisIsCulture]]> Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:20:16 +0200 Benin leans into painful past to encourage cultural tourism <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/29577fa98-1.jpg" /></p>Benin leans into painful past to encourage cultural tourism <br /> <br /> Benin is leaning into its painful history as a key port in the transatlantic slave trade to encourage tourism. <br /> <br /> READ MORE : http://www.africanews.com/2026/04/13/benin-leans-into-painful-past-to-encourage-cultural-tourism<br /> <br /> Subscribe on our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/africanews?sub_confirmation=1 and receive all the latest news from the continent.<br /> <br /> Africanews is available in English and French.<br /> Website : www.africanews.com<br /> Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/africanews.channel/<br /> Twitter : https://twitter.com/africanews<br /> <br /> #AfThisIsCulture]]> https://www.headlinesafrica.com/benin-leans-into-painful-past-to-encourage-cultural-tourism_29577fa98.html Polls open in Benin presidential election, finance minister a favourite https://www.headlinesafrica.com/polls-open-in-benin-presidential-election-finance-minister-a-favourite_815b1b82e.html

Polls open in Benin presidential election, finance minister a favourite

Benin will vote for a new president on Sunday, with Finance Minister Romuald Wadagni a shoo-in after overseeing a decade of economic growth in the west African country despite jihadist attacks in the north.

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#AfNews]]> Sun, 12 Apr 2026 20:15:07 +0200 Polls open in Benin presidential election, finance minister a favourite <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/815b1b82e-1.jpg" /></p>Polls open in Benin presidential election, finance minister a favourite<br /> <br /> Benin will vote for a new president on Sunday, with Finance Minister Romuald Wadagni a shoo-in after overseeing a decade of economic growth in the west African country despite jihadist attacks in the north.<br /> <br /> READ MORE : http://www.africanews.com/2026/04/12/polls-open-in-benin-presidential-election-finance-minister-a-favourite<br /> <br /> Subscribe on our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/africanews?sub_confirmation=1 and receive all the latest news from the continent.<br /> <br /> Africanews is available in English and French.<br /> Website : www.africanews.com<br /> Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/africanews.channel/<br /> Twitter : https://twitter.com/africanews<br /> <br /> #AfNews]]> https://www.headlinesafrica.com/polls-open-in-benin-presidential-election-finance-minister-a-favourite_815b1b82e.html Benin: Talon shows himself optimistic about election as he casts his vote https://www.headlinesafrica.com/benin-talon-shows-himself-optimistic-about-election-as-he-casts-his-vote_783782625.html

Benin: Talon shows himself optimistic about election as he casts his vote

Benin's president Patrice Talon said "the best is yet to come for Benin" before casting his vote in Sunday's presidential election that will decide who will be his successor.

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#AfNews]]> Sun, 12 Apr 2026 20:15:07 +0200 Benin: Talon shows himself optimistic about election as he casts his vote <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/783782625-1.jpg" /></p>Benin: Talon shows himself optimistic about election as he casts his vote<br /> <br /> Benin's president Patrice Talon said "the best is yet to come for Benin" before casting his vote in Sunday's presidential election that will decide who will be his successor.<br /> <br /> READ MORE : http://www.africanews.com/2026/04/12/benin-talon-shows-himself-optimistic-about-election-as-he-casts-his-vote<br /> <br /> Subscribe on our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/africanews?sub_confirmation=1 and receive all the latest news from the continent.<br /> <br /> Africanews is available in English and French.<br /> Website : www.africanews.com<br /> Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/africanews.channel/<br /> Twitter : https://twitter.com/africanews<br /> <br /> #AfNews]]> https://www.headlinesafrica.com/benin-talon-shows-himself-optimistic-about-election-as-he-casts-his-vote_783782625.html Benin presidential election favourite Wadagni holds final rally https://www.headlinesafrica.com/benin-presidential-election-favourite-wadagni-holds-final-rally_1ec9694f8.html

Benin presidential election favourite Wadagni holds final rally

Benin Finance Minister Romuald Wadagni, who is the favourite in this weekend's presidential election, tells supporters he will do "even better" than the government already has done if elected

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#AfNews]]> Sat, 11 Apr 2026 20:10:10 +0200 Benin presidential election favourite Wadagni holds final rally <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/1ec9694f8-1.jpg" /></p>Benin presidential election favourite Wadagni holds final rally<br /> <br /> Benin Finance Minister Romuald Wadagni, who is the favourite in this weekend's presidential election, tells supporters he will do "even better" than the government already has done if elected<br /> <br /> READ MORE : http://www.africanews.com/2026/04/10/benin-presidential-election-favourite-wadagni-holds-final-rally<br /> <br /> Subscribe on our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/africanews?sub_confirmation=1 and receive all the latest news from the continent.<br /> <br /> Africanews is available in English and French.<br /> Website : www.africanews.com<br /> Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/africanews.channel/<br /> Twitter : https://twitter.com/africanews<br /> <br /> #AfNews]]> https://www.headlinesafrica.com/benin-presidential-election-favourite-wadagni-holds-final-rally_1ec9694f8.html Benin faces uneven race for president https://www.headlinesafrica.com/benin-faces-uneven-race-for-president_36fbf7b7e.html

Benin faces uneven race for president

Backed by the ruling bloc, Romuald Wadagni, 49, who has been finance minister for 10 years, faces a single rival, Paul Hounkpe, a former culture minister seen as a moderate

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#AfNews]]> Fri, 10 Apr 2026 20:05:06 +0200 Benin faces uneven race for president <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/36fbf7b7e-1.jpg" /></p>Benin faces uneven race for president<br /> <br /> Backed by the ruling bloc, Romuald Wadagni, 49, who has been finance minister for 10 years, faces a single rival, Paul Hounkpe, a former culture minister seen as a moderate<br /> <br /> READ MORE : http://www.africanews.com/2026/04/09/benin-faces-uneven-race-for-president<br /> <br /> Subscribe on our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/africanews?sub_confirmation=1 and receive all the latest news from the continent.<br /> <br /> Africanews is available in English and French.<br /> Website : www.africanews.com<br /> Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/africanews.channel/<br /> Twitter : https://twitter.com/africanews<br /> <br /> #AfNews]]> https://www.headlinesafrica.com/benin-faces-uneven-race-for-president_36fbf7b7e.html Opposition supporters call for change ahead of Benin presidential election https://www.headlinesafrica.com/opposition-supporters-call-for-change-ahead-of-benin-presidential-election_aece45e67.html

Opposition supporters call for change ahead of Benin presidential election

Paul Hounkpè, of the Cowry Forces for ⁠an Emerging Benin party, used his last campaign days to mark his differences with the current administration.

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#AfNews]]> Fri, 10 Apr 2026 20:05:06 +0200 Opposition supporters call for change ahead of Benin presidential election <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/aece45e67-1.jpg" /></p>Opposition supporters call for change ahead of Benin presidential election<br /> <br /> Paul Hounkpè, of the Cowry Forces for ⁠an Emerging Benin party, used his last campaign days to mark his differences with the current administration.<br /> <br /> READ MORE : http://www.africanews.com/2026/04/10/opposition-supporters-call-for-change-ahead-of-benin-presidential-election<br /> <br /> Subscribe on our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/africanews?sub_confirmation=1 and receive all the latest news from the continent.<br /> <br /> Africanews is available in English and French.<br /> Website : www.africanews.com<br /> Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/africanews.channel/<br /> Twitter : https://twitter.com/africanews<br /> <br /> #AfNews]]> https://www.headlinesafrica.com/opposition-supporters-call-for-change-ahead-of-benin-presidential-election_aece45e67.html Despite Benin's economic boom, poverty persists https://www.headlinesafrica.com/despite-benins-economic-boom-poverty-persists_06a316cbc.html

Despite Benin's economic boom, poverty persists

Voters will head to the polls on April 12 in Benin to select a new president against a backdrop of a booming economy, but not everyone is benefitting from it--many are struggling to cope with the rising cost of living

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#AfBusiness]]> Fri, 10 Apr 2026 20:05:06 +0200 Despite Benin's economic boom, poverty persists <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/06a316cbc-1.jpg" /></p>Despite Benin's economic boom, poverty persists<br /> <br /> Voters will head to the polls on April 12 in Benin to select a new president against a backdrop of a booming economy, but not everyone is benefitting from it--many are struggling to cope with the rising cost of living<br /> <br /> READ MORE : http://www.africanews.com/2026/04/10/despite-benins-economic-boom-poverty-persists<br /> <br /> Subscribe on our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/africanews?sub_confirmation=1 and receive all the latest news from the continent.<br /> <br /> Africanews is available in English and French.<br /> Website : www.africanews.com<br /> Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/africanews.channel/<br /> Twitter : https://twitter.com/africanews<br /> <br /> #AfBusiness]]> https://www.headlinesafrica.com/despite-benins-economic-boom-poverty-persists_06a316cbc.html Front-runner Wadagni eyes Presidency in Benin vote https://www.headlinesafrica.com/front-runner-wadagni-eyes-presidency-in-benin-vote_39ae63240.html

Front-runner Wadagni eyes Presidency in Benin vote

In Benin, Finance Minister Romuald Wadagni is the clear favorite in Sunday’s presidential election, backed by outgoing president Patrice Talon, who is stepping down after two terms.

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#AfNews]]> Thu, 09 Apr 2026 20:00:12 +0200 Front-runner Wadagni eyes Presidency in Benin vote <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/39ae63240-1.jpg" /></p>Front-runner Wadagni eyes Presidency in Benin vote<br /> <br /> In Benin, Finance Minister Romuald Wadagni is the clear favorite in Sunday’s presidential election, backed by outgoing president Patrice Talon, who is stepping down after two terms.<br /> <br /> READ MORE : http://www.africanews.com/2026/04/09/front-runner-wadagni-eyes-presidency-in-benin-vote<br /> <br /> Subscribe on our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/africanews?sub_confirmation=1 and receive all the latest news from the continent.<br /> <br /> Africanews is available in English and French.<br /> Website : www.africanews.com<br /> Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/africanews.channel/<br /> Twitter : https://twitter.com/africanews<br /> <br /> #AfNews]]> https://www.headlinesafrica.com/front-runner-wadagni-eyes-presidency-in-benin-vote_39ae63240.html Paul Hounkpè, the moderate challenger facing favourite Wadagni in Benin vote https://www.headlinesafrica.com/paul-hounkpe-the-moderate-challenger-facing-favourite-wadagni-in-benin-vote_7fc84fa66.html

Paul Hounkpè, the moderate challenger facing favourite Wadagni in Benin vote

Paul Hounkpè, of the Cowry Forces for ⁠an Emerging Benin party, is the only opposition candidate in Benin's presidential election.

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#AfNews]]> Thu, 09 Apr 2026 20:00:12 +0200 Paul Hounkpè, the moderate challenger facing favourite Wadagni in Benin vote <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/7fc84fa66-1.jpg" /></p>Paul Hounkpè, the moderate challenger facing favourite Wadagni in Benin vote<br /> <br /> Paul Hounkpè, of the Cowry Forces for ⁠an Emerging Benin party, is the only opposition candidate in Benin's presidential election.<br /> <br /> READ MORE : http://www.africanews.com/2026/04/09/paul-hounkpe-the-moderate-challenger-facing-favourite-wadagni-in-benin-vote<br /> <br /> Subscribe on our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/africanews?sub_confirmation=1 and receive all the latest news from the continent.<br /> <br /> Africanews is available in English and French.<br /> Website : www.africanews.com<br /> Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/africanews.channel/<br /> Twitter : https://twitter.com/africanews<br /> <br /> #AfNews]]> https://www.headlinesafrica.com/paul-hounkpe-the-moderate-challenger-facing-favourite-wadagni-in-benin-vote_7fc84fa66.html Rival presidential candidates on campaign trail in Benin https://www.headlinesafrica.com/rival-presidential-candidates-on-campaign-trail-in-benin_405035c84.html

Rival presidential candidates on campaign trail in Benin

Incumbent finance minister Romuald Wadagni is a strong favourite to win against opposition candidate, Paul Hounkpé.

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#AfNews]]> Sat, 28 Mar 2026 19:05:07 +0200 Rival presidential candidates on campaign trail in Benin <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/405035c84-1.jpg" /></p>Rival presidential candidates on campaign trail in Benin<br /> <br /> Incumbent finance minister Romuald Wadagni is a strong favourite to win against opposition candidate, Paul Hounkpé.<br /> <br /> READ MORE : http://www.africanews.com/2026/03/27/rival-presidential-candidates-on-campaign-trail-in-benin<br /> <br /> Subscribe on our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/africanews?sub_confirmation=1 and receive all the latest news from the continent.<br /> <br /> Africanews is available in English and French.<br /> Website : www.africanews.com<br /> Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/africanews.channel/<br /> Twitter : https://twitter.com/africanews<br /> <br /> #AfNews]]> https://www.headlinesafrica.com/rival-presidential-candidates-on-campaign-trail-in-benin_405035c84.html Ruling party candidate Wadagni lays out platform ahead of Benin's presidential campaign https://www.headlinesafrica.com/ruling-party-candidate-wadagni-lays-out-platform-ahead-of-benins-presidential-campaign_061db35fa.html

Ruling party candidate Wadagni lays out platform ahead of Benin's presidential campaign

With one week to go before the official launch of the presidential campaign, Romuald Wadagni, the ruling coaltion's candiate and President Patrice Talon’s designated successor, unveiled his vision for the country on Saturday in Cotonou.

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#AfNews]]> Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:40:09 +0200 Ruling party candidate Wadagni lays out platform ahead of Benin's presidential campaign <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/061db35fa-1.jpg" /></p>Ruling party candidate Wadagni lays out platform ahead of Benin's presidential campaign<br /> <br /> With one week to go before the official launch of the presidential campaign, Romuald Wadagni, the ruling coaltion's candiate and President Patrice Talon’s designated successor, unveiled his vision for the country on Saturday in Cotonou. <br /> <br /> READ MORE : http://www.africanews.com/2026/03/23/ruling-party-candidate-wadagni-lays-out-platform-ahead-of-benins-presidential-campaign<br /> <br /> Subscribe on our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/africanews?sub_confirmation=1 and receive all the latest news from the continent.<br /> <br /> Africanews is available in English and French.<br /> Website : www.africanews.com<br /> Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/africanews.channel/<br /> Twitter : https://twitter.com/africanews<br /> <br /> #AfNews]]> https://www.headlinesafrica.com/ruling-party-candidate-wadagni-lays-out-platform-ahead-of-benins-presidential-campaign_061db35fa.html Benin's main opposition party won't back any candidate in April presidential vote https://www.headlinesafrica.com/benins-main-opposition-party-wont-back-any-candidate-in-april-presidential-vote_68146fb36.html

Benin's main opposition party won't back any candidate in April presidential vote

With Benin's presidential election just weeks away, the country's main opposition party says it won't be backing any candidate. 

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#AfNews]]> Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:40:09 +0200 Benin's main opposition party won't back any candidate in April presidential vote <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/68146fb36-1.jpg" /></p>Benin's main opposition party won't back any candidate in April presidential vote<br /> <br /> With Benin's presidential election just weeks away, the country's main opposition party says it won't be backing any candidate. <br /> <br /> READ MORE : http://www.africanews.com/2026/03/23/benins-main-opposition-party-wont-back-any-candidate-in-april-presidential-vote<br /> <br /> Subscribe on our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/africanews?sub_confirmation=1 and receive all the latest news from the continent.<br /> <br /> Africanews is available in English and French.<br /> Website : www.africanews.com<br /> Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/africanews.channel/<br /> Twitter : https://twitter.com/africanews<br /> <br /> #AfNews]]> https://www.headlinesafrica.com/benins-main-opposition-party-wont-back-any-candidate-in-april-presidential-vote_68146fb36.html 15 soldiers killed in jihadist attack in northern Benin https://www.headlinesafrica.com/15-soldiers-killed-in-jihadist-attack-in-northern-benin_7342eb40b.html

15 soldiers killed in jihadist attack in northern Benin

Al-Qaeda-linked jihadists killed 15 soldiers in an attack on an army base in northern Benin, the west African country's military said Thursday.

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#AfNews]]> Fri, 06 Mar 2026 17:20:09 +0200 15 soldiers killed in jihadist attack in northern Benin <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/7342eb40b-1.jpg" /></p>15 soldiers killed in jihadist attack in northern Benin<br /> <br /> Al-Qaeda-linked jihadists killed 15 soldiers in an attack on an army base in northern Benin, the west African country's military said Thursday.<br /> <br /> READ MORE : http://www.africanews.com/2026/03/06/15-soldiers-killed-in-jihadist-attack-in-northern-benin<br /> <br /> Subscribe on our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/africanews?sub_confirmation=1 and receive all the latest news from the continent.<br /> <br /> Africanews is available in English and French.<br /> Website : www.africanews.com<br /> Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/africanews.channel/<br /> Twitter : https://twitter.com/africanews<br /> <br /> #AfNews]]> https://www.headlinesafrica.com/15-soldiers-killed-in-jihadist-attack-in-northern-benin_7342eb40b.html Benin's former president Boni Yayi steps down as leader of opposition party https://www.headlinesafrica.com/benins-former-president-boni-yayi-steps-down-as-leader-of-opposition-party_f2bf3ec49.html

Benin's former president Boni Yayi steps down as leader of opposition party

Benin's former president Thomas Boni Yayi is stepping down as leader of the opposition Les Democrates party, citing health reasons. 

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#AfNews]]> Thu, 05 Mar 2026 17:15:08 +0200 Benin's former president Boni Yayi steps down as leader of opposition party <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/f2bf3ec49-1.jpg" /></p>Benin's former president Boni Yayi steps down as leader of opposition party<br /> <br /> Benin's former president Thomas Boni Yayi is stepping down as leader of the opposition Les Democrates party, citing health reasons. <br /> <br /> READ MORE : http://www.africanews.com/2026/03/04/benins-former-president-boni-yayi-steps-down-as-leader-of-opposition-party<br /> <br /> Subscribe on our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/africanews?sub_confirmation=1 and receive all the latest news from the continent.<br /> <br /> Africanews is available in English and French.<br /> Website : www.africanews.com<br /> Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/africanews.channel/<br /> Twitter : https://twitter.com/africanews<br /> <br /> #AfNews]]> https://www.headlinesafrica.com/benins-former-president-boni-yayi-steps-down-as-leader-of-opposition-party_f2bf3ec49.html