Benin

  • Jan 9, 2013
  • 7 min read

Benin's stagnation persists despite relative stability

Despite relative political stability, Benin's economy has chronically underperformed for years,...

Benin
  • Aug 13, 2012
  • 7 min read

West African private media ownership curbs are easing

The long history of military dictatorship in the region has resulted in state domination of the...

West Africa
  • Aug 9, 2012
  • 6 min read

The spread of West African radical Islamism is limited

The recent rise of violent Islamist groups in Nigeria, northern Mali and Mauritania could raise...

West Africa
  • Aug 25, 2011
  • 7 min read

West African Power Pool's prospects slowly improve

The West African Power Pool (WAPP) is expected to award contracts in November to successful...

West Africa
  • Mar 14, 2011
  • 6 min read

BENIN: Presidential poll punctuates economic strain

The presidential election was held yesterday, following logistical delays. With incumbent Boni...

Benin
  • Nov 19, 2010
  • 8 min read

PROSPECTS 2011: West Africa

West Africa has consolidated its development with the ending of conflicts in Liberia, Sierra...

West Africa
  • Oct 13, 2010
  • 7 min read

AFRICA: Democracy indices risk missing some gains

The headlines generated by the likes of the recent Ibrahim Index of African Governance will renew...

Africa
  • Aug 27, 2010
  • 6 min read

BENIN: Pressure mounts on Yayi amid ponzi fallout

Parliament is considering a bill introduced this week to force President Boni Yayi to appear in...

Benin