Benin’s President Foils Coup Attempt, ECOWAS Forces Deployed
President Talon says Benin’s armed forces have quashed a December 7 coup attempt in Cotonou. ECOWAS mobilizes standby troops as arrests are made in first mutiny since 1972.
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Soldiers Stage Coup in Benin as Presidency Regains Control
Soldiers in Benin announced the removal of President Patrice Talon on state TV early Sunday in Cotonou. The presidency later confirmed Talon is safe and order has been restored.
Soldiers Claim Seizure of Power on Benin TV
On December 7, 2025, soldiers in Benin claimed on national TV to have seized power, raising tensions in the West African nation known for democratic stability.
China Envoy to Inaugurate Simandou Mine in Guinea
Vice Premier Liu Guozhong will attend the Simandou iron ore mine inauguration in Guinea on Nov 11 as Xi’s special envoy and tour Sierra Leone from Nov 10–16.
Strings of Unity: Chinese-Malian Duo Harmonize Cultures
Chinese mainland musician Liu Chen and Malian husband Adama Yalomba Traore unite cultures through traditional West African instruments in a heartwarming story of global connection.
West Africa’s ECOWAS Plans Unified Strategy to Combat Plastic Pollution
ECOWAS considers a unified regional action plan to tackle plastic pollution across West Africa, addressing implementation challenges faced by member states’ national initiatives.
Chinese Medical Innovations Impress Ghana at Accra Summit
Ghana’s medical community was impressed by advanced Chinese medical technology showcased at a three-day summit in Accra, highlighting potential for future collaborations.
UN Reports Over 700,000 Affected by Early Flooding in West & Central Africa
Over 700,000 people in West and Central Africa are affected by severe flooding just months into the rainy season, according to the UN.
West Africa’s Rich Tapestry Takes Center Stage at 2024 FOCAC Summit
West Africa’s diverse landscapes and vibrant cultures take center stage at the 2024 FOCAC Summit in Beijing, highlighted by CGTN’s Unboxing Africa Series.
Burkina Faso Coup: Life Amid Political Upheaval
After Burkina Faso’s military takeover, residents face closed borders and uncertainty. Stringer Yuan Jianglei shares firsthand insights on navigating life during political upheaval.
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