Karim Okanla

In Benin, voodoo is practiced as a religion – regardless of whether someone is Christian, Muslim or Hindu. However, the proliferation of Christian free churches and the increase in Islamist attacks are endangering the harmony between the religious groups.

On 28 January, the military regimes of Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger withdrew from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) with immediate effect. This has grave consequences for the entire region.

The former colonial power is facing deep resentment. President Macron’s attempt to reset relations has failed

ECOWAS and western diplomats pay more attention to democratic appearances than substance in Benin

Burkina Faso’s second military coup in eight months shows that the Sahelian security crisis is getting worse

West Africa’s regional organisation responds to worsening climate impacts

In Benin, faith-based entrepreneurs are misusing poor people’s situation

Benin’s visually impaired people deserve support from government, NGOs and religious charities

Because Mali’s military regime has postponed elections, ECOWAS has imposed sanctions.

Benin faces continued official corruption despite the efforts of a special court