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Coup: A Test for Democracy and Economic Stability in Benin Republic

On December 7, 2025, a faction of the Benin Armed Forces, commanded by Lieutenant Colonel Pascal Tigri, seized the state television broadcaster in Cotonou to declare the ousting of President Patrice Talon. The soldiers, self-identifying as the Military Committee for Refoundation, announced the suspension of the constitution and state institutions. This audacious action, marked by […]

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Kenya’s New Chinese-Backed Highway: Economic Boom or Debt Doom?

Kenya has officially launched a $1.5 billion highway expansion project backed by Chinese state firms, marking a significant return of major infrastructure investments to East Africa after years of slowdown. This ambitious project promises enhanced connectivity and economic growth but also raises familiar concerns about debt sustainability and social equity. For Kenyans, the project presents […]