AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoBenin’s Vodún story: A new AP feature looks at how Voodoo (Vodún) survived suppression and helped shape Benin’s democratic identity after the 1991 election that ended Mathieu Kérékou’s ban. Regional security ties: Burkina Faso and Benin leaders met in Ouagadougou to revive cooperation on counter-terrorism, cross-border crime, and trade, with special focus on improving routes linked to the Port of Cotonou. Electric mobility investment: Spiro secured $215m in equity to expand battery-swapping EV infrastructure across Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda, Togo, Benin, Nigeria and Cameroon, with plans to add new markets. Energy warning for Africa: S&P warns Middle East conflict could disrupt fuel and fertilizer flows, raising food and energy costs and increasing credit risks—flagging Benin among the more exposed. Youth governance push (Edo): An EU-backed programme trained 30 young leaders in legislative process and policy advocacy in Benin City. Sports (Benin in focus): The World Mini Athletics Challenge report ranks Benin third in participation, with 611 activities and 1,047,085 kids involved.
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