Karim Okanla

Public health
– by 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
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Multilateral agency
– by 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
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Traffic congestion
– by Karim Okanla

Fury behind the wheel

Road rage is on the rise on Cotonou’s congested streets
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Fuel prices
– by Karim Okanla

Strained relations

Petrol smuggling has had a negative impact on Benin’s relations with its giant neighbour Nigeria
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ECOWAS
– by Karim Okanla

Mere first steps

Not everyone is happy about West Africa’s CFA Franc being set to become the Eco
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Governance
– by Karim Okanla

Restricted freedom

People in Benin wonder what EU Ambassador Oliver Nette, who was sent home by their government, did wrong
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Port of Cotonou
– by 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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Elections
– by Karim Okanla

Democracy in West Africa

Troublesome trend: recent elections in Senegal, Benin and Nigeria have revealed serious problems
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Higher education
– by Karim Okanla, Hans Dembowski

From boom to bust

Why Houdegbe North American University Benin once looked promising, but is no longer operational
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