Chad "Thousands of child soldiers in Chad"
afrol News, 10 February - A new report documents the extensive recruitment of child soldiers in Chad. "Boys as young as 13-years-old are being used as soldiers by officers of the Chadian national army and armed groups," the report found.
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Benin Child marriages fought in Benin
afrol News, 24 May - Despite government efforts to prohibit forced marriages of young girls, in Benin's rural areas the practice prevails. Now, safe havens are provided for Beninese children suffering from abuse.
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