Benin

Polls close in Benin with finance minister expected to win election

Former President Patrice Talon has stepped down after two five-year terms.

Explaining Benin’s presidential election

Benin is voting for its next president. Al Jazeera’s Ahmed Idris is in Cotonou, explaining what’s at stake.

What’s at stake in Benin’s presidential election?

Finance minister is favourite to win on Sunday as incumbent Talon will step down after leading the country for 10 years.

Fears over West Africa's Islamist insurgency dominate Benin's election campaign

Cross-border raids from militant Islamists are increasingly threatening the West African state's stability.

Spreading Islamist insurgency dominates Benin's presidential campaign

Cross-border raids from militant Islamists are increasingly threatening the West African state's stability.