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New Benin law offers citizenship to descendants of African slaves
American R&B singer Ciara has become a Beninese citizen thanks to a new law granting citizenship to descendants of African slaves. The Grammy-winning star appeared alongside President Patrice Talon during a ceremony held this weekend in Cotonou,
Benin's citizenship law carries significance in part because of the role it played in the transatlantic slave trade.
On a trip to Benin, Ciara became a citizen of the West African country in a ceremony with Beninese government officials.
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Singer Ciara becomes citizen of Benin as West African nation reaches out to Afro-descendant diaspora
A recent law passed by the West African country of Benin grants citizenship to anyone who can show they are descended from ...
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From Ciara to Stevie Wonder: These Black celebs hold dual citizenship with nations in Africa
Ciera received her Beninese citizenship, but she isn't the first to receive dual citizenship from the motherland.
Speaking to Monaco Matin and Aquitélé, Gernot Rohr—who recently extended his contract as Benin's national coach—shared his ...
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Benin - African Development Bank Approves Over $30 Million to Protect Farmers From Climate Shocks and Food Insecurity
The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group has approved $30.25 million in financing for a pioneering initiative to bolster climate resilience and safeguard agricultural livelihoods ...
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