Benin votes in presidential election
With most rivals in exile or sidelined, President Patrice Talon looks set to win a second term in office. Benin is renowned as one of Africa most stable democracies.
With most rivals in exile or sidelined, President Patrice Talon looks set to win a second term in office. Benin is renowned as one of Africa most stable democracies.
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Counting is underway in Benin following Sunday’s presidential election which was contested by incumbent Patrice Talon and two other contenders. According local media reports, voting did not take place in some parts of the country especially strongholds because of violence.…
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