Benin accelerates evictions near Cotonou lagoon

Evictions have begun near Cotonou lagoon, four months after President Romuald Wadagni took office.

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Houses marked 'to be destroyed' are being demolished by bulldozers with short notice.

Residents denounce a lack of consultation and precarious rehousing conditions.

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