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How Voodoo overcame suppression and became a democratic force in the West African nation of Benin
Benin's traditional Vodún faith, once suppressed by an authoritarian regime, has been rehabilitated as national heritage, becoming a significant cultural and political force.
- Democracy started in Benin in 1991 when military dictator Mathieu Kérékou lost an election he had arranged.
- Kérékou gained power partly by banning sorcerers, whose influence he saw as a threat.
- Nicéphore Soglo, who defeated Kérékou, restored Voodoo as a valued part of Benin's heritage and promoted tolerance.
- Benin's democracy shows the resilience of Voodoo, with Kérékou later accepting respect for traditional African religions.
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How Voodoo overcame suppression and became a democratic force in the West African nation of Benin
Benin recently inaugurated President Romuald Wadagni as its new leader in the latest transition in the West African nation.
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Leaning Left11Leaning Right2Center8Last UpdatedBias Distribution52% Left
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