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Small Ruminant Farming in Benin: Characterization, Knowledge and Practices of Breeders Facing Peste des Petits Ruminants

Veterinary Medicine and Science, Volume 12, Issue 2, March 2026.
A study on small ruminant farmers' knowledge identified three profiles (G1, G2, G3): the majority, young men, favor the Djallonké breed due to its affordability. While groups G1 and G2 showed a low level of knowledge due to extensive farming practices, group G3 stood out.
Ganiou Guedegbe, Jacques Sourou Adouko, José Adoko, Nestor Noudeke, Camus Adoligbe, Yannick Ayihou, Hassane Adakal, Souaïbou Farougou   +7 more
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Malaria vectors resistance to insecticides in Benin: current trends and mechanisms involved

Parasites & Vectors, 2015
Background Insecticides are widely used to control malaria vectors and have significantly contributed to the reduction of malaria-caused mortality. In addition, the same classes of insecticides were widely introduced and used in agriculture in Benin ...
Virgile Gnanguenon, Fiacre R Agossa, Kefilath Badirou, Renaud Govoetchan, Rodrigue Anagonou, Fredéric Oke-Agbo, Roseric Azondekon, Ramziath AgbanrinYoussouf, Roseline Attolou, Filemon T Tokponnon, Rock Aïkpon, Razaki Ossè, Martin C Akogbeto   +12 more
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Genetic structure of Anopheles gambiae s.s populations following the use of insecticides on several consecutive years in southern Benin

Tropical Medicine and Health, 2019
Background Several studies have reported the strong resistance of Anopheles gambiae s.l. complex species to pyrethroids. The voltage-dependent sodium channel (Vgsc) gene is the main target of pyrethroids and DDT.
Arsène Jacques Y. H. Fassinou, Come Z. Koukpo, Razaki A. Ossè, Fiacre R. Agossa, Benoit S. Assogba, Aboubakar Sidick, Wilfrid T. Sèwadé, Martin C. Akogbéto, Michel Sèzonlin   +8 more
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Climatic Variables as Drivers of Pterocarpus erinaceus (Fabaceae): Distribution and the Implications of Climate Change

Ecology and Evolution, Volume 16, Issue 1, January 2026.
The study investigates the distribution of Pterocarpus erinaceus in Africa, revealing that the Mean Temperature of the Driest Quarter and the Climatic Moisture Index are the most influential climatic variables determining its distribution. These findings offer new insights into the potential impacts of climate change on the species' habitats and its ...
İdris Sari, Bio Ismael, Fazal Ullah, Gafarou Agoundé, Faruk Yildiz   +4 more
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Efficacy of a novel mode of action of an indoor residual spraying product, SumiShield® 50WG against susceptible and resistant populations of Anopheles gambiae (s.l.) in Benin, West Africa

Parasites & Vectors, 2018
Background Scale-up of the distribution of long-lasting insecticide-treated bed nets and indoor residual spraying with insecticides over the last decade have contributed to the considerable decrease of malaria morbidity and mortality in sub-Saharan ...
Fiacre R. Agossa, Gil G. Padonou, Come Z. Koukpo, Jacques Zola-Sahossi, Roseric Azondekon, Osei K. Akuoko, Juniace Ahoga, Boris N’dombidje, Bruno Akinro, Arsene Jacques Y. H. Fassinou, Michel Sezonlin, Martin C. Akogbeto   +11 more
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The Role of the European Union in Managing African Crises Between Development Aid and Geopolitical Interests

World Affairs, Volume 189, Issue 1, Spring 2026.
ABSTRACT This study conducts a comprehensive and critical examination of the interplay between development assistance and strategic geopolitical objectives in the European Union's (EU) engagement with African crises. Although the EU positions itself as a normative power committed to advancing peace, development, and human rights, its practices often ...
Edmond Chick, Mohamed Ibrahim Hassan Farag   +1 more
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Pesticides and the evolution of the genetic structure of Anopheles coluzzii populations in some localities in Benin (West Africa)

Malaria Journal, 2019
Background Changes in the natural habitats of insect groups are determined the genetic polymorphisms between individuals. The objective of this study was to establish the genetic structure of the Anopheles coluzzii populations in four localities of Benin.
Arsène Jacques Y. H. Fassinou, Come Z. Koukpo, Razaki A. Ossè, Fiacre R. Agossa, Roseric Azondékon, André Sominahouin, Casimir Kpanou, Hermann Sagbohan, Boulais Yovogan, Martin C. Akogbéto, Michel Sezonlin   +10 more
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Premature Ejaculation in Cotonou

Journal of Antimicrobial Agents, 2017
Objectives: Premature ejaculation is the most common sexual disorder whose definition is still very controversial. The purpose of this study is to assess its incidence, social impact and support in our population. Methodology: It was a descriptive and cross-cutting study which took place in CNHU HKM and Menontin district hospital over a period ...
Natchagande Gilles, Avakoudjo Dedjinin, Agounkpe Michel Michael, Amegayibor Obube, Yevi Magloire Ines Dodji, Hodonou Detondji Fred, Kaka Salissou Mahamane Adamou, Hounnasso Prince Pascal   +7 more
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Evidence for perennial malaria in rural and urban areas under the Sudanian climate of Kandi, Northeastern Benin

Parasites & Vectors, 2014
Background In arid settings, droughts usually lead to periods of very low or no malaria transmission. However, in rural Kandi (Sonsoro) in northeastern Benin, several malaria cases are often diagnosed during dry seasons. The underlying factors accounting
Renaud Govoetchan, Virgile Gnanguenon, Roseric Azondékon, Rodrigue Fiacre Agossa, Arthur Sovi, Frédéric Oké-Agbo, Razaki Ossè, Martin Akogbéto   +7 more
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Small-scale field evaluation of the efficacy and residual effect of Fludora® Fusion (mixture of clothianidin and deltamethrin) against susceptible and resistant Anopheles gambiae populations from Benin, West Africa

Malaria Journal, 2018
Background In recognition of the threat of insecticide resistance in vectors of malaria, the WHO Global Malaria Programme recommends the development of an appropriate and comprehensive response to insecticide resistance.
Fiacre R. Agossa, Gil G. Padonou, Arsene Jacques Y. H. Fassinou, Esdras M. Odjo, Osei K. Akuoko, Albert Salako, Zinsou C. Koukpo, Udoka C. Nwangwu, Bruno Akinro, Michel Sezonlin, Martin C. Akogbeto   +10 more
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