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AI – Amnesty International (Author)
Several demonstrations were banned. At least one person died in detention reportedly as a result of illtreatment. Prison conditions remained poor due to overcrowding. At least five people were sentenced to death.
In May, the authorities banned public gatherings in two departments in the north of the country for alleged security reasons. In July, the authorities banned several demonstrations organized in Cotonou by trade unions protesting against corruption and the rising cost of essential goods.
Prisons remained overcrowded. The prison of Abomey in the centre of the country reportedly had six times more people in detention than its capacity, resulting in harsh conditions for prisoners.
In November and December, at least five people were sentenced to death in their absence by the Parakou Court of Appeal. The last execution known to have been carried out was in 1987.
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Amnesty International Report 2010 - Zur weltweiten Lage der Menschenrechte (Periodical Report, German)