New Benin leader will need allies to push reform plan
The presidential election represents a vote of no confidence in the established leadership of the main political parties
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- Key contenders
- Unpopular president
- Campaign weaknesses
- Attractive Talon
- Policy priorities
- Donor relations
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_350.jpg "A billboard supporting president-elect Patrice Talon in Cotonou, Benin (Reuters/Akintunde Akinleye)")