Latest benin news

Here are some of the latest news from Benin:

Politics

• Benin's President Patrice Talon has been re-elected for a second term, winning 86% of the vote in the February 28 presidential election, according to official results. (Source: Reuters)
• The opposition has rejected the results, citing irregularities and calling for a recount. (Source: BBC News)

Economy

• Benin's economy has grown by 5.5% in 2020, driven by agriculture and services, according to the National Institute of Statistics and Economic Analysis (INSEEA). (Source: Xinhua)
• The government has launched a plan to boost the country's textile industry, which has been struggling due to competition from Chinese imports. (Source: Africanews)

Health

• Benin has reported its first case of COVID-19, a 34-year-old woman who had recently traveled to Nigeria. (Source: WHO)
• The government has launched a vaccination campaign against yellow fever, which has been circulating in the country. (Source: ReliefWeb)

Security

• Benin has increased security measures along its border with Nigeria following a series of attacks by armed groups. (Source: Al Jazeera)
• The government has launched a crackdown on armed gangs in the north of the country, which have been responsible for kidnappings and robberies. (Source: Africanews)

Other news

• Benin has launched a new national park, the Pendjari National Park, which is home to a variety of wildlife including elephants, lions, and chimpanzees. (Source: The Guardian)
• The country has been affected by a severe drought, which has affected agriculture and water supplies. (Source: ReliefWeb)

Please note that the news may be subject to change and may not be up to date.