Niger-Benin row heats up as 5 Nigeriens arrested at port
The arrest of five Nigeriens at a port in Benin fuels tensions between the West African nations.
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Tensions rise between Benin, Niger over oil exports, border closure
Benin detains Niger nationals in a dispute over oil pipeline access, escalating tensions between the West African neighbors.
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Gunmen kill 7 soldiers in Benin border attack
Gunmen kill 7 Benin soldiers in attack near Burkina Faso border, raising concerns about Sahel conflict spilling over into West Africa.
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Benin’s border closure sparks Niger dispute
Benin has closed border crossings to Niger across the river, escalating tensions since the military takeover in Niamey.
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Benin opens border for Niger’s oil exports
After months of halted trade, Benin agrees to allow Niger to export oil via the Seme port.
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Benin police disperse union protest with tear gas
Once renowned for its vibrant multi-party democracy, Benin has faced criticism under President Patrice Talon’s tenure since 2016
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EU allocates nearly €50M to boost Benin’s anti-terrorism efforts
To bolster border security, Benin has deployed 3,000 troops to its northern territories and is in the process of recruiting an additional 5,000 personnel
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West Africa plagued by severe internet outages
Multiple failures in the sub-sea cables responsible for connecting the region to the internet have been reported by operating companies
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Venice Biennale: Benin, Morocco debut marks African art milestone
Africa shines at Venice Biennale 2024 as Benin and Morocco debut, Nigeria returns with Yinka Shonibare and more.
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Benin eyes reintegration of coup-hit countries
In a national address, Benin’s President Talon urges swift reintegration of coup-hit countries.
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