Benin Votes for New President Amid 'Severe Restrictions' On Civil Liberties

Benin votes this Sunday to elect a new president following Patrice Talon's ten-year term, as he is barred from running again. The favorite candidate is Romuald Wadagni, the finance minister, while his only opponent is Paul Hounkpe, leader of the small opposition party FCBE. Civil liberties have faced increased restrictions following a coup attempt in December, leading to prosecutions of journalists and government critics.