Benin
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Benin Vodun Leaders Unite Against Deviant Practices
Benin's Vodun leaders gather to address deviant practices within their community.
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Benin
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French cinema mourns the loss of actor Bernard Verley
French actor Bernard Verley, known for his roles in films like "L'Amour l'après-midi", has died at the age of 86.
Benin
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US Offers Sanctions Relief to Iran in Exchange for Nuclear Progress
The US is considering lifting some sanctions on Iran in exchange for verifiable progress on its nuclear program, according to Axios.
Benin
3 min
Benin's U23 Team Shows Good Morale Ahead of Tunisia Match
Benin's U23 team displays good morale ahead of their match against Tunisia in the African qualifiers for the Olympics.
Benin
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Unplanned Pregnancies in Benin: Children Bear the Brunt of Family Hardships
Unplanned pregnancies in Benin force children to take on excessive responsibilities, impacting their education and well-being.
Benin
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Éliminatoires Can 2027-Groupe F : Guépards–Mourabitounes, un duel enraciné dans l’histoire
Les Guépards du Bénin et les Mourabitounes de la Mauritanie s'affrontent mardi 29 septembre 2026 à Ebimpé, en Côte d'Ivoire, lors de la 2e journée des éliminatoires de la Can 2027.
Benin
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Russia Places German Metro Assets Under Temporary Administration
Russia has placed the Russian assets of German retailer Metro under temporary administration, following a similar move with French and Swiss companies.
Benin
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Refusal to Provide Abortions Can Have Serious Consequences in Benin
In Benin, healthcare professionals have the right to object to providing abortions, but this right is accompanied by obligations, including referring patients to qualified professionals.
Benin
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Nearly Half of Benin's Population Considers Emigration, Afrobarometer Report Reveals
46% of Beninese citizens have considered emigrating, citing economic reasons as primary motivators.
Benin
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Benin's Vodun Committee Embarks on Nationwide Sensitization Tour
The Vodun Committee in Benin has started a nationwide tour to sensitize the Vodun community about retrograde practices that tarnish the image of Vodun.
Benin
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Benin Launches Phase 2 of Electronic Mission Expense Payment System
Benin introduces phase 2 of its electronic mission expense payment system, expanding to include in-country payments and geolocation tracking.
Benin
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Benin Cracks Down on Unregistered Vodun Practitioners
Benin's Vodun Rites Committee meets with Bokonon community to address issues of unregistered practitioners and promote cultural heritage.