women-politicians-in-benin

"If you think the president appoints his ministers based on cronyism , then you don't know him well."

"I train the younger generation, and it really gives me pleasure because there isn't a day or weekend that the younger generation doesn t ask me to help them move forward,"

"I wanted to prove that women can be leaders."

"Without any education, you can't talk, you can't think. It is knowledge that opens our eyes”"

"I have more charisma. That's all. It can't be bought, God gave it to me. It is indeed always she who knew how to put herself forward and had the courage to denounce discrimination against women.. When she stands for the presidential elections of 2001, she wants above all to go to the end of her ideas and “prove that women can be leaders."

"Yes politics and me, It's finish."

"There is a time for everything, I'm getting old."

"We will not take women for women, we will take deserving women, competent women, women of good moral character. We need women capable of defending the interests of women and those of the country in the National Assembly."

"We are no longer at ground zero and there are already enough women, not necessarily with high degrees, but I know that there are average women who have a perfect knowledge of political affairs and city management."

""All major decisions come from political parties, and women still have to play their part in that they must show themselves to be good activists in these parties. They must also take advantage of this opportunity to increase their political knowledge and try to fight on the ground to deserve the attention of leaders"

"We wanted to train young people in promising jobs and bring them to be more useful, to get the youth of Kétou out of precariousness and underdevelopment."

"social media offer a valuable platform for users to promote their personalities or ideas to the general public, beyond physical encounters such as meetings or TV appearances. It is therefore imperative for Beninese female politicians to exploit these platforms to better communicate and mobilize."

"health is essential for economic growth and human development."

"the effective commitment of the general secretaries of the central and confederations of workers’ and employers’ trade unions to continue to move our country forward on the path to sustainable development and prosperity."

"each person, in their own sector of activity and their own responsibilities, has a major role to play in cultivating a greater ethic of effort and work well done."

"the commitment of all is useful and necessary."

"I invite workers at various levels to fulfill their professional obligations with patriotism and responsibility through their effective presence, punctuality, and diligence at their various workstations in order to improve their performance in businesses and public services."

"The question does not arise in these terms. We are in economic matters and when the trust that constitutes the basis of the relationship is lost, the party who does not feel secure has the right to refer the matter to the competent jurisdiction. This is what is being done. Certainly, the Government has launched a public call for dialogue. But beyond this initiative, nothing is being done to reassure the Beninese economic operator. On the contrary, officially, he is asked to put the ball on the ground and unofficially, some are allowed to blacken his image by inventing improbable stories and disseminating inaccurate information. They are trying to stab him in the back and this is unacceptable! I know the case well enough not to accept such an attitude. This is an injustice and a scandal that none of our Beninese compatriots can bear! The whole world will know and justice will decide."

"We also said that if, unfortunately, they become pregnant, they should avoid abortion at all costs, because today they are allowed to continue their studies after giving birth. They were also told about the risks they run with abortion. They were advised to abstain. For older girls who cannot abstain, they were told to have protected sex and thus avoid pregnancy, STDs and HIV/AIDS..."

"Today as yesterday, and we hope, tomorrow, Refamp will fight for the advancement of all women in Benin and elsewhere..."

"We have noted that this is unfortunately not yet the case in most of the high schools and middle schools visited and we ask the Ministers of Health and Secondary Education to see what they can do given the existing resources. But we are not calling anyone out. On what grounds would we do so?"

"When you're a woman, you shouldn't enter politics to applaud, nor cook at large gatherings or meetings and the like."

"Women shun politics these days."

"On behalf of the Federation of Dynamic Women of Benin, I solemnly declare my membership and that of the 99 women's groups I lead in the Republican Bloc."

"By welcoming you today, we reaffirm our desire to make your voice heard and to give you all the space you deserve within our party because you constitute a force in the Republic."

"Only the government of Benin can respond to this allegation. It is true that if our authorities had respected their commitments and signed the relevant agreements, this important development project would have already been completed since 2012. Unfortunately, this has not been the case, a fact that the population is unaware of."

"I am not afraid of anyone and there is no question of me remaining silent! I only hope that nothing will happen to Mr. Samuel DOSSOU-AWORET. The current situation leads me to say that beyond Mr. Samuel DOSSOU-AWORET, all our fellow businessmen must react instead of suffering"

"The idea is to show how the reforms have a concrete impact on the lives of Beninese people and to identify the remaining challenges to strengthening our health system."

"Thanks to ongoing reforms, the CNHU-HKM has implemented an online appointment booking system similar to that used in developed countries, significantly reducing waiting times. The digitization of medical records allows for quick and secure access to patient information"

"Our brothers who are legislators are not ready at all to give us the smallest jump seat."

"...by hosting the regional course, the University of hopes to gain renewed influence in the sub-region."

"It's about saving lives. This is a critical public health issue that we can't overlook. Abortion has always been a reality, but how do we prevent it from escalating into an even bigger public health crisis? That's the core of the question."

"Some argue that abortion is a crime, but when the law restricts access to it, it becomes a double and at times even a triple injustice."

"An army primarily composed of women who set out to fight."

"A woman must have control over her body and her life, and the right to determine her own future. We all recognize that, under certain circumstances, pregnancy can limit the opportunities and potential of our daughters."

"An educated woman has the power to take control of her life and contribute to the leadership and governance of her country."

"I consider myself a feminist, but I believe being one requires more than just the label it takes a deeper commitment. I do what I can to promote women's rights and support their emancipation."

"Since 2016, our primary goal has been to present ourselves to the world. Despite our small geographical size, we aspire to become an emerging economic power and a gateway for neighboring countries and the broader region."

"Our country is great and we are full of great wealth! We believe in your skills, your qualities and your dedication. Prosperity will transform our common nation and we will all have better days!"

"I am very proud to support the launch of the Claudine Talon Foundation. The foundation’s emphasis on inclusion and solidarity is the keystone of successful health and development efforts. The foundation will be a driving force in creating a better future for women and children in Benin. Claudine Talon has a burning desire to give to others."

"Today in Benin, for every 100 000 babies born, 335 women die giving birth. This is an example of the challenges we face. Women must be empowered to manage their own reproductive health and I am convinced that together we can improve the health of women and children in Benin."

"Beninese women generally don't encounter outright opposition from men, yet achieving equality remains challenging in a male-dominated political landscape. A family code that would grant women inheritance and property rights, the option for monogamous marriage, and raise the minimum legal marriage age from 12 to 14 has yet to be passed by the National Assembly. Additionally, many women are actively opposing the African tradition of female circumcision."

"in taking the initiative for making the judicial guide available to women, the Association of Women Lawyers aimed to equip women in Benin with essential legal procedures, grounded in the nation’s legal framework, to help them improve their lives through lawful means."

"The human rights activist condemns the heavy militarization of the area, which appears to be aimed at stifling any potential dissatisfaction among the population. (there are no protests at the moment but stressed that they could occur at any time)."

"The method being used to clear the lagoon bank in Akpakpa Dodomè does not sit well with the human rights activist."

"Intrepid patriot, Mom was involved in all the fights for the development of African women."

"More than an Amazon, our country has just lost a true architect and protector of Benin of justice and freedom who saw the birth of my generation."

"“I must admit, my children, my very dear children, that I am hurt by the situation in our country. I am hurt by what is becoming of my country.”"

"“it would be for people like you, ‘the voiceless,’ ‘the toothless,’ brave and dignified men and women with value, people for whom no sacrifices would have been too large.”"

"“How, finally, do I express my affection and tenderness to you, my children? I must confess that I am increasingly tired. Each day, the night falls a little more for me. I am at the dusk of my passionate life, and it’s the normal process of things.”"