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Président destitué à la télévision, tentative de coup d’État : que se passe-t-il au Bénin ?
7Dec By Fati SeyniNo Comments
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Président destitué à la télévision, tentative de coup d’État : que se passe-t-il au Bénin ?

Monde • Afrique Président destitué à la télévision, tentative de coup d’État : que se passe-t-il au Bénin ? Des tirs ont été entendus à Cotonou, la capitale économique du Bénin et des soldats ont annoncé à la télévision publique démettre le président Patrice Talon de ses fonctions. Mais rapidement, le ministre de l’Intérieur a assuré que « la manoeuvre » a été mise en « échec  ». Par  Le Nouvel Obs avec AFP Publié le 7 décembre 2025 à 15h09 Lecture : 3 min. Commenter Masquer ce message Vous voulez participer au débat ? S’abonner permet de commenter les articles. Et pas que : ...
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Military putsch attempt in Benin fails as government retains control
7Dec By Fati SeyniNo Comments
Politics

Military putsch attempt in Benin fails as government retains control

A group of soldiers claiming to represent the “Military Committee for Refoundation” (CMR) declared on Sunday morning that they had “removed President Patrice Talon from office” during a broadcast on national television in Benin. However, the signal was cut shortly afterward, and government officials swiftly denied the legitimacy of the announcement. Within hours, a high-ranking source close to the presidency told Agence France-Presse (AFP) that President Talon was safe and that the regular armed forces had regained full control of the situation. “This is nothing more than a small group with access to television only. The legitimate army is in charge. The city of Cotonou and the entire country are fully secure,” the source stated. security situation in Cotonou and international reactions ...
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Bénin’s government thwarts coup attempt amid west african instability
7Dec By Harouna OusmaneNo Comments
Authoritarian Regimes & Africa

Bénin’s government thwarts coup attempt amid west african instability

AfricaBénin’s government thwarts coup attempt amid west african instabilityGunfire was reported in the economic capital, and soldiers were seen blocking access to the presidential palace.Agence France-Presse In CotonouArticleWhy trust Le Devoir ?Béninese authorities announced Sunday they had successfully thwarted an attempted coup d'état aimed at overthrowing President Patrice Talon. The president assured the nation that the situation was "totally under control," with the West African bloc CEDEAO committing military support.This attempted takeover occurs just months before President Talon's scheduled departure, having served two terms leading the small West African nation. Bénin, while experiencing robust economic growth, has been contending with jihadist violence in its northern regi...
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Vaccination VPH Mali one year progress and challenges
2Dec By Fati SeyniNo Comments
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Vaccination VPH Mali one year progress and challenges

Mali’s HPV vaccination drive gains momentum one year after launch One year after introducing the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine in Mali, the initiative is gathering pace. In Bamako and surrounding areas, more 10-year-old girls are receiving their cancer-preventing doses. While challenges like misinformation, hesitancy and logistical hurdles persist, health workers, NGOs and families celebrate a major milestone for women’s health. Young girls proudly display their HPV vaccination cards after receiving their single-dose protection in Bamako. Photo: Centre Djiguiya, Bamako On October 30 in Bamako’s Korofina district, a community information session ...
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Burkina Faso: arbitrary detention of human rights lawyer ini benjamine esther doli sparks global outrage
2Dec By Harouna OusmaneNo Comments
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Burkina Faso: arbitrary detention of human rights lawyer ini benjamine esther doli sparks global outrage

The legal community and human rights advocates worldwide are rallying in response to the unjust condemnation and continued arbitrary detention of Ini Benjamine Esther Doli, a prominent Burkinabè lawyer and human rights defender, by the military authorities in Burkina Faso. a landmark case of judicial repression On November 10, 2025, the Ouagadougou Court of First Instance delivered a verdict against Maître Doli, finding her guilty of ‘contempt of the Head of State’ (Article 352-2 of the Penal Code) and ‘attempting to demoralize the armed forces’ (Article 312-11 of the Penal Code). These accusations stem from critical remarks she posted on her Facebook account, where she highlighted systemic injustices and the erosion of judicial independence in Burkina Faso. The court sentenced her to on...
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Niger advances toward health sovereignty at Dakhla summit
2Dec By Fati SeyniNo Comments
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Niger advances toward health sovereignty at Dakhla summit

The Nigerien Minister of Public Health and Hygiene, Colonel Major Garba Hakimi, has reaffirmed Niger’s commitment to achieving health sovereignty during the first African Summit on Health Systems and Sovereignty held in Dakhla, Morocco, on November 29. Speaking to the National Press Agency (ANP), the minister highlighted that Niger’s push for health sovereignty aligns with the vision of the country’s highest authorities, including President General Abdourahmane Tiani and the Prime Minister, who have prioritized significant investments in the healthcare sector. key investments in Nigeria’s health infrastructure Major strides have been made in expanding healthcare access, with new hospitals and integrated health centers being constructed across the nation. These facilities are designed to...
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“La situation au Mali est le résultat d’un échec patent de la Russie”, affirme Jean-Noël Barrot
26Nov By Fati SeyniNo Comments
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“La situation au Mali est le résultat d’un échec patent de la Russie”, affirme Jean-Noël Barrot

"La situation au Mali est le résultat d'un échec patent de la Russie", affirme Jean-Noël BarrotLe ministre des Affaires étrangères Jean-Noël Barrot est interrogé au Sénat, mercredi 26 novembre, sur la situation au Mali, où la pression des groupes djihadistes est croissante sur Bamako.Le 26/11/2025 à 17h05 | Durée : 1:02PartagerX By Fati Seyni — Analyst
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Niger faces surge in displaced persons amid armed group threats
24Nov By Fati SeyniNo Comments
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Niger faces surge in displaced persons amid armed group threats

Niger faces surge in displaced persons amid armed group threatsRFIMon. 24 November 2025 at 8:32 AM UTCA significant influx of displaced persons has been reported by local sources in the western Niger, particularly in the town of Téra. The community is overwhelmed by newly arrived displaced individuals from villages in the southern part of the region, who have sought refuge since late last month.The village of Diagourou is rapidly emptying as armed groups, including the Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal Muslimin (JNIM), have pressured residents to leave. Located just ten kilometers from Téra, Diagourou sits on the right bank of the Niger River within the tri-border area shared by Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger. This volatile region is also targeted by the Islamic State in the Sahel (ISS).Displaced...
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Burkina Faso secures additional world bank funding for human capital development
22Nov By Harouna OusmaneNo Comments
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Burkina Faso secures additional world bank funding for human capital development

OUAGADOUGOU, November 22, 2025 – The Government of Burkina Faso and the World Bank have formalized an agreement for an additional credit of $100.4 million. This significant investment is earmarked to bolster the nation's Human Capital Protection Project, specifically targeting the sustained delivery of essential social services across Burkina Faso.These crucial funds are set to solidify free healthcare provisions for women and young children, enhance routine immunization programs, facilitate the execution of national examinations, and support teacher training initiatives. These interventions are fundamental to safeguarding Burkina Faso's human capital and providing a protective net for its most vulnerable citizens.Since its initial endorsement in September 2024, the project has achieved re...
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Mali civilian massacres linked to army and allied militias in segou region
17Nov By Fati SeyniNo Comments
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Mali civilian massacres linked to army and allied militias in segou region

In a disturbing escalation of violence, Malian armed forces and allied militias have been implicated in the deliberate killing of at least 31 civilians in the central region of Ségou. The attacks, which occurred on October 2 and 13, targeted two villages reportedly under the control of Islamist insurgents, leaving behind a trail of destruction and deepening the humanitarian crisis in the area. Click to expand Image October violence leaves 31 dead in Ségou villages On October 2, Malian troops accompanied by dozos militiamen stormed the village of Kamona, executing at least 21 men and setting fire to over 10 homes. Witnesses reported that soldiers and militiamen rounded up unarmed civilians,...
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Deadly attacks by Malian army and allies in central region
17Nov By Fati SeyniNo Comments
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Deadly attacks by Malian army and allies in central region

Civilian massacres in Mali’s Ségou region linked to army and allied militias The Malian military and allied dozos militias have been accused of killing at least 31 civilians and burning homes during coordinated raids in the conflict-stricken Ségou region on October 2 and 13. These attacks, which targeted villages under the control of the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (GSIM or JNIM), a group affiliated with Al-Qaeda, have raised serious concerns about accountability and human rights violations in central Mali. The October 2 assault on Kamona left at least 21 men dead and 10 homes destroyed, according to local testimonies. Survivors reported that soldiers and dozos fighters, identifiable by their camouflage uniforms and traditional amulets, executed men after acc...
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