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Karim Okanla

karimokanla@yahoo.com

is a media scholar and freelance writer from Benin.  

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Child labour
Karim Okanla

Facing an uncertain future

Benin’s children face systematic exploitation as low-paid labourers

Recession
Karim Okanla

Growing dependence on Benin’s informal sector

In Cotonou and Porto Novo, economic slump has hit middle class hard

Public health
Karim Okanla

Overburdened even in good times

For good reason, Benin’s health minister has admonished the nation to stay cautious in view of Covid-19

Africa
Karim Okanla

Environmental destruction

Poverty is an important driver of deforestation in sub-Saharan countries

Multilateral agency
Karim Okanla

Africa needs the WHO

US President Donald Trump’s decision to halt funding to World Health Organization (WHO) is likely to hurt many Africans

Traffic congestion
Karim Okanla

Fury behind the wheel

Road rage is on the rise on Cotonou’s congested streets

Fuel prices
Karim Okanla

Strained relations

Petrol smuggling has had a negative impact on Benin’s relations with its giant neighbour Nigeria

ECOWAS
Karim Okanla

Mere first steps

Not everyone is happy about West Africa’s CFA Franc being set to become the Eco

Governance
Karim Okanla

Restricted freedom

People in Benin wonder what EU Ambassador Oliver Nette, who was sent home by their government, did wrong

Port of Cotonou
Karim Okanla

Competitive squall at the pier

The Autonomous Port of Cotonou, Benin’s economic engine, is facing a major new challenge from neighbouring Nigeria, one of its biggest customers

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