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Voters in Benin Head to Polls to Choose New President

On Sunday, voters in Benin cast their ballots to elect a new president, with Finance Minister Romuald Wadagni expected to win easily following the endorsement of outgoing President Patrice Talon. Wadagni faces limited competition from Paul Hounkpè, who lacks the same level of recognition.

Bénin heads to polls to elect new president amid challenges

Today, approximately 7.9 million voters in Bénin are heading to the polls to elect a successor to outgoing President Patrice Talon. This election follows a failed coup attempt in December 2025, and features two competing pairs of candidates.