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Activist Semi Keba faces extradition to Benin after court setback

Benin issued an international warrant for the influencer's arrest on December 12 after he supported a foiled coup in which mutinous soldiers claimed on television to have overthrown President Patrice Talon

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#AfNews]]> Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:53:15 +0200 Activist Semi Keba faces extradition to Benin after court setback <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/5e6d16d4b-1.jpg" /></p>Activist Semi Keba faces extradition to Benin after court setback <br /> <br /> Benin issued an international warrant for the influencer's arrest on December 12 after he supported a foiled coup in which mutinous soldiers claimed on television to have overthrown President Patrice Talon<br /> <br /> READ MORE : http://www.africanews.com/2026/10/08/activist-semi-keba-faces-extradition-to-benin-after-court-setback<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/activist-semi-keba-faces-extradition-to-benin-after-court-setback_5e6d16d4b.html Benin's President Wadagni holds talks with Macron during first official visit to France https://www.headlinesafrica.com/benins-president-wadagni-holds-talks-with-macron-during-first-official-visit-to-france_558178012.html

Benin's President Wadagni holds talks with Macron during first official visit to France

French President Emmanuel Macron welcomed Romuald Wadagni to the Elysee Palace on Monday. It’s the Beninese president’s first official visit to France since taking office in May.

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#AfNews]]> Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:05:56 +0200 Benin's President Wadagni holds talks with Macron during first official visit to France <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/558178012-1.jpg" /></p>Benin's President Wadagni holds talks with Macron during first official visit to France<br /> <br /> French President Emmanuel Macron welcomed Romuald Wadagni to the Elysee Palace on Monday. It’s the Beninese president’s first official visit to France since taking office in May. <br /> <br /> READ MORE : http://www.africanews.com/2026/10/06/benins-president-wadagni-holds-talks-with-macron-during-first-official-visit-to-france<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-president-wadagni-holds-talks-with-macron-during-first-official-visit-to-france_558178012.html Umahi Apologies for State Of Benin-Sapele Road - Dayo Sobowale https://www.headlinesafrica.com/umahi-apologies-for-state-of-benin-sapele-road-dayo-sobowale_4f2154f19.html

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Check out our website www.arise.tv]]> Mon, 31 Aug 2026 16:35:12 +0200 Umahi Apologies for State Of Benin-Sapele Road - Dayo Sobowale <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/4f2154f19-1.jpg" /></p>Subscribe to our Channel for high profile interviews. Follow us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/ARISEtv | <br /> and Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arisenewsofficial | <br /> and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AriseTVNews |<br /> Check out our website www.arise.tv]]> https://www.headlinesafrica.com/umahi-apologies-for-state-of-benin-sapele-road-dayo-sobowale_4f2154f19.html Talon returns to frontline politics as Benin's first Senate president https://www.headlinesafrica.com/talon-returns-to-frontline-politics-as-benins-first-senate-president_eb2939e39.html

Talon returns to frontline politics as Benin's first Senate president
Former Benin president Patrice Talon has been elected the country's first Senate president, months after leaving office. The new upper chamber, created under a constitutional reform, places Talon at the helm of a key institution despite stepping down after two presidential terms.
]]> Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:35:33 +0200 Talon returns to frontline politics as Benin's first Senate president <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/eb2939e39-1.jpg" /></p>Talon returns to frontline politics as Benin's first Senate president<br>Former Benin president Patrice Talon has been elected the country's first Senate president, months after leaving office. The new upper chamber, created under a constitutional reform, places Talon at the helm of a key institution despite stepping down after two presidential terms.<br>]]> https://www.headlinesafrica.com/talon-returns-to-frontline-politics-as-benins-first-senate-president_eb2939e39.html South African court pushes Kemi Seba extradition case to August 11 https://www.headlinesafrica.com/south-african-court-pushes-kemi-seba-extradition-case-to-august-11_249d8fd13.html

South African court pushes Kemi Seba extradition case to August 11
Pan-African activist Kemi Seba will remain in custody after a South African court postponed proceedings in his extradition case until August 11. Benin is seeking his extradition over allegations of incitement to rebellion following the failed coup attempt of December 2025.
]]> Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:08:43 +0200 South African court pushes Kemi Seba extradition case to August 11 <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/249d8fd13-1.jpg" /></p>South African court pushes Kemi Seba extradition case to August 11<br>Pan-African activist Kemi Seba will remain in custody after a South African court postponed proceedings in his extradition case until August 11. Benin is seeking his extradition over allegations of incitement to rebellion following the failed coup attempt of December 2025.<br>]]> https://www.headlinesafrica.com/south-african-court-pushes-kemi-seba-extradition-case-to-august-11_249d8fd13.html Benin temporarily eliminated electoral commission pending reform https://www.headlinesafrica.com/benin-temporarily-eliminated-electoral-commission-pending-reform_f75f02762.html

Benin temporarily eliminated electoral commission pending reform
Benin’s National Assembly has temporarily eliminated the Autonomous National Electoral Commission, or CENA, responsible for organizing the country’s elections.
]]> Tue, 14 Jul 2026 15:54:51 +0200 Benin temporarily eliminated electoral commission pending reform <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/f75f02762-1.jpg" /></p>Benin temporarily eliminated electoral commission pending reform<br>Benin’s National Assembly has temporarily eliminated the Autonomous National Electoral Commission, or CENA, responsible for organizing the country’s elections.<br>]]> https://www.headlinesafrica.com/benin-temporarily-eliminated-electoral-commission-pending-reform_f75f02762.html Niger and Benin discuss normalising relations between two countries https://www.headlinesafrica.com/niger-and-benin-discuss-normalising-relations-between-two-countries_aba11bcd9.html

Niger and Benin discuss normalising relations between two countries
High-level talks in Cotonou over the weekend focused on reopening their shared border and resolving the crisis.
]]> Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:34:00 +0200 Niger and Benin discuss normalising relations between two countries <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/aba11bcd9-1.jpg" /></p>Niger and Benin discuss normalising relations between two countries<br>High-level talks in Cotonou over the weekend focused on reopening their shared border and resolving the crisis.<br>]]> https://www.headlinesafrica.com/niger-and-benin-discuss-normalising-relations-between-two-countries_aba11bcd9.html Anti-Western activist Kemi Seba denied bail ahead of extradition hearing in South Africa https://www.headlinesafrica.com/anti-western-activist-kemi-seba-denied-bail-ahead-of-extradition-hearing-in-south-africa_227ed0f35.html

Anti-Western activist Kemi Seba denied bail ahead of extradition hearing in South Africa
Anti-Western activist Kemi Seba will remain in a South African jail until an extradition hearing next month, a judge in Pretoria ruled on Thursday.
]]> Fri, 19 Jun 2026 15:51:23 +0200 Anti-Western activist Kemi Seba denied bail ahead of extradition hearing in South Africa <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/227ed0f35-1.jpg" /></p>Anti-Western activist Kemi Seba denied bail ahead of extradition hearing in South Africa<br>Anti-Western activist Kemi Seba will remain in a South African jail until an extradition hearing next month, a judge in Pretoria ruled on Thursday.<br>]]> https://www.headlinesafrica.com/anti-western-activist-kemi-seba-denied-bail-ahead-of-extradition-hearing-in-south-africa_227ed0f35.html Benin and Niger formalise commitment to reopening shared border https://www.headlinesafrica.com/benin-and-niger-formalise-commitment-to-reopening-shared-border_b8d6c3f6e.html

Benin and Niger formalise commitment to reopening shared border
Benin and Niger have reaffirmed their commitment to reopening their shared border.
]]> Fri, 19 Jun 2026 15:51:22 +0200 Benin and Niger formalise commitment to reopening shared border <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/b8d6c3f6e-1.jpg" /></p>Benin and Niger formalise commitment to reopening shared border<br>Benin and Niger have reaffirmed their commitment to reopening their shared border.<br>]]> https://www.headlinesafrica.com/benin-and-niger-formalise-commitment-to-reopening-shared-border_b8d6c3f6e.html Benin-Niger relations show signs of thaw as Wadagni takes office https://www.headlinesafrica.com/benin-niger-relations-show-signs-of-thaw-as-wadagni-takes-office_9852794d3.html

Benin-Niger relations show signs of thaw as Wadagni takes office
Niger PM’s appearance at inauguration signals possible reopening of dialogue after months of regional tensions.

]]> Mon, 25 May 2026 23:50:10 +0200 Benin-Niger relations show signs of thaw as Wadagni takes office <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/9852794d3-1.jpg" /></p><p>Benin-Niger relations show signs of thaw as Wadagni takes office<br>Niger PM’s appearance at inauguration signals possible reopening of dialogue after months of regional tensions.<br></p>]]> https://www.headlinesafrica.com/benin-niger-relations-show-signs-of-thaw-as-wadagni-takes-office_9852794d3.html Benin moves to ease tensions with AES bloc [Africanews Today] https://www.headlinesafrica.com/benin-moves-to-ease-tensions-with-aes-bloc-africanews-today_fec56b017.html

Benin moves to ease tensions with AES bloc [Africanews Today]
A new political tone in Benin, fresh health fears over Ebola, the shadow of gold trafficking in Sudan, renewed turbulence in Senegal, and preparations for Eid al-Adha in Morocco are shaping Africa’s news agenda this week.
#AfWeb]]> Mon, 25 May 2026 23:50:09 +0200 Benin moves to ease tensions with AES bloc [Africanews Today] <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/fec56b017-1.jpg" /></p>Benin moves to ease tensions with AES bloc [Africanews Today]<br>A new political tone in Benin, fresh health fears over Ebola, the shadow of gold trafficking in Sudan, renewed turbulence in Senegal, and preparations for Eid al-Adha in Morocco are shaping Africa’s news agenda this week.<br>#AfWeb]]> https://www.headlinesafrica.com/benin-moves-to-ease-tensions-with-aes-bloc-africanews-today_fec56b017.html Former finance minister Romuald Wadagni sworn is as Benin's new president https://www.headlinesafrica.com/former-finance-minister-romuald-wadagni-sworn-is-as-benins-new-president_433b659bd.html

Former finance minister Romuald Wadagni sworn is as Benin's new president
Benin's former finance minister Romuald Wadagni was sworn in on Sunday as Benin's new president, taking over from Patrice Talon.
]]> Sun, 24 May 2026 23:45:10 +0200 Former finance minister Romuald Wadagni sworn is as Benin's new president <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/433b659bd-1.jpg" /></p>Former finance minister Romuald Wadagni sworn is as Benin's new president<br>Benin's former finance minister Romuald Wadagni was sworn in on Sunday as Benin's new president, taking over from Patrice Talon.<br>]]> https://www.headlinesafrica.com/former-finance-minister-romuald-wadagni-sworn-is-as-benins-new-president_433b659bd.html After a decade in power, Patrice Talon leaves a divided legacy in Benin https://www.headlinesafrica.com/after-a-decade-in-power-patrice-talon-leaves-a-divided-legacy-in-benin_2457eb4d4.html

After a decade in power, Patrice Talon leaves a divided legacy in Benin
After a decade at the helm of Benin, President Patrice Talon is preparing to hand over power this Sunday, 24 May 2026.
]]> Thu, 21 May 2026 23:30:11 +0200 After a decade in power, Patrice Talon leaves a divided legacy in Benin <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/2457eb4d4-1.jpg" /></p>After a decade in power, Patrice Talon leaves a divided legacy in Benin<br>After a decade at the helm of Benin, President Patrice Talon is preparing to hand over power this Sunday, 24 May 2026.<br>]]> https://www.headlinesafrica.com/after-a-decade-in-power-patrice-talon-leaves-a-divided-legacy-in-benin_2457eb4d4.html Benin opposition joins ruling coalition https://www.headlinesafrica.com/benin-opposition-joins-ruling-coalition_c451221ce.html

Benin opposition joins ruling coalition
The Cowry Forces for an Emerging Benin (FCBE), which is considered a moderate party, was the only opposition group in the election running against the outgoing majority
]]> Sun, 10 May 2026 22:35:05 +0200 Benin opposition joins ruling coalition <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/c451221ce-1.jpg" /></p>Benin opposition joins ruling coalition<br>The Cowry Forces for an Emerging Benin (FCBE), which is considered a moderate party, was the only opposition group in the election running against the outgoing majority<br>]]> https://www.headlinesafrica.com/benin-opposition-joins-ruling-coalition_c451221ce.html Fuel price hike sparks concern across Benin https://www.headlinesafrica.com/fuel-price-hike-sparks-concern-across-benin_8fc06768b.html

Fuel price hike sparks concern across Benin
Long lines are forming at fuel stations across Benin as motorists grapple with the impact of rising global oil prices and new government fuel rates introduced at the start of May.
#AfBusiness]]> Fri, 08 May 2026 22:25:09 +0200 Fuel price hike sparks concern across Benin <![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.headlinesafrica.com/uploads/thumbs/8fc06768b-1.jpg" /></p>Fuel price hike sparks concern across Benin<br>Long lines are forming at fuel stations across Benin as motorists grapple with the impact of rising global oil prices and new government fuel rates introduced at the start of May.<br>#AfBusiness]]> https://www.headlinesafrica.com/fuel-price-hike-sparks-concern-across-benin_8fc06768b.html Benin confirms Wadagni's presidential vote win https://www.headlinesafrica.com/benin-confirms-wadagnis-presidential-vote-win_215fd1f5a.html

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.
]]> 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>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>]]> 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.
]]> 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>Seba, who is wanted by Cotonou for 'inciting rebellion', has been remanded in custody as extradition processes get underway.<br>]]> 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.
]]> 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>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>]]> 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.
#AfWeb

]]> 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>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>#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.
]]> 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>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>]]> https://www.headlinesafrica.com/wadagni-claims-landslide-victory-in-benin-election-amid-calls-for-unity-and-reform_f6bb97339.html