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Recent articles highlight worsening climate impacts and conflict-driven crises across Africa. A new UN-backed initiative aims to improve data on climate-health links, while ongoing droughts, food shortages, and conflict in countries like Sudan, Ethiopia, and Somalia threaten millions. Humanitarian efforts are increasing but face significant challenges.
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Multiple West African countries, including Guinea-Bissau and Mali, have experienced military coups in recent days, disrupting elections and constitutional order. Regional bodies like ECOWAS condemn these actions, calling for restoration of democracy amid ongoing political instability and regional tensions.
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On December 7-8, mutinous soldiers in Benin briefly seized state TV, declared a coup removing President Patrice Talon, and suspended the constitution. Loyalist forces, supported by Nigerian airstrikes and ECOWAS troops, swiftly regained control. The coup leaders cited governance failures and northern insecurity. Fourteen arrests were made; the leader remains at large. The incident underscores regional instability amid rising West African military takeovers.
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Nigeria intervened militarily in Benin after a coup attempt led by soldiers. President Tinubu ordered fighter jets and ground forces to support Benin's government, which quickly regained control. The intervention was coordinated with regional bodies and followed requests from Benin's authorities. The coup was foiled within hours, amid regional insecurity concerns.