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On Sunday, April 12, 2026, Beninese citizens residing in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, exercised their civic duty by voting in the presidential election at the Benin consulate in the Dassasgho district. Security forces were present to ensure the smooth conduct of the election and manage traffic. The voting, which was scheduled to begin at 7:00 AM, started at 7:19 AM. Approximately 700 Beninese voters were expected in Burkina Faso. Honorat Innocent Zodjihoué, the honorary consul of Benin in Burkina Faso, was among the first to cast his vote, emphasizing the importance of voting for democracy. He also acknowledged the support of Burkinabe authorities, noting that Burkina Faso is one of only six countries globally where these votes are being held. Claudine Adjala, a Beninese resident in Burkina Faso for about 30 years, expressed her hope that her vote would contribute to improving living conditions in Benin, especially for future generations. Godefroy Ayité, another voter, praised the organization of the elections in Burkina Faso and highlighted the strong fraternity between the two countries. Voters generally found the process well-organized and efficient, with measures like pre-downloaded electoral lists and discreet voting booths contributing to a positive experience. Rosemonde Touré described the organization as "perfect." To facilitate participation, the consulate provided two buses: one from Zagtouli to the polling station in Dassasgho, and another from Bobo Dioulasso to the