Event Brief
Kémi Séba seeks bail in South Africa over Benin coup bid
Filed: Apr 29, 2026 at 8:03 AM ET
Summary: Kémi Séba, wanted in Benin over an attempted coup, requested bail in South Africa where he is accused of trying to exit illegally.
WHO: Kémi Séba
WHAT: Kémi Séba sought bail in a South African court.
WHEN: Apr 29, 2026 at 7:34 AM ET
WHERE: South Africa
WHY: He is accused of trying to exit the country illegally in connection with an attempted coup in Benin.
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