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Benin is a French-speaking country in West Africa. It is the birthplace of Vodou religion, but also the territory of the former Kingdom of Dahomey (around 1600-1900). In Abomey, the former capital of Dahomey, the historical museum occupies two royal palaces adorned with bas-reliefs depicting the history of the kingdom and a throne mounted on human skulls. In the north, Pendjari National Park offers safaris to discover elephants, hippos, and lions.
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Central African Republic: François Bozizé’s party wants to reclaim its place on the political scene.
The Kwa Na Kwa (KNK) party, founded by former Central African president François Bozizé, is reorganizing its structures to remobilize its supporters and return to the national scene.… -
Benin: Bertin Koovi refocuses the debate on the attributions of the President of the Senate and defends the primacy of the head of state.
On the day after vibrant controversies sparked by the establishment of the new upper house, Bertin Koovi stepped up on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, during a press conference.… -
“The Senate of Benin is more dangerous than the PRPB,” Nathaniel Kitti
In an op-ed, Professor Nathaniel Kitti, vice-president of the Les Démocrates party and lawyer at the Paris bar, expresses his deep concern regarding the establishment of the Senate… -
Cotonou: temporary reorganization of traffic on avenue Jean-Paul II from August 14 to August 22, 2026
Due to rehabilitation work on the roadway located in front of the Ministerial City, traffic will be temporarily reorganized on Avenue Jean-Paul II in Cotonou, from Friday, August… -
Benin: complete list of those admitted to the entrance exam for the Military Prytanée and the Military High School for Girls.
The results of the entrance exam for the Prytanée militaire de Bembèrèkè (PMB) and the Lycée militaire des jeunes filles (LMJF) de Natitingou, for the July 2026 session,… -
Warning: The revenue manager arrested on suspicions of financial misconduct.
The revenue manager of the municipality of Savè was placed under deposit warrant on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, following his presentation to the prosecutor of the Republic at… -
Water, forests, and hunting: extension of the application deadline for the recruitment of 135 civil servants
In a press release dated August 10, 2026, the General Directorate of Water, Forests, and Hunting (Dgefc) announces the postponement of the deadline for submitting applications for the… -
Telecom sector: ARCEP talks with the Consumers’ Association about the increase in internet plans.
The Regulatory Authority for Electronic Communications and Postal Services (ARCEP) received representatives from the Consumers’ Association this Wednesday, August 12, 2026. This crucial working session follows the recent… -
In Benin, a deputy can lose their mandate by decision of the Senate.
The internal regulations of the Beninese Senate, adopted on July 30, 2026, in Porto-Novo, provide for a specific procedure when a deputy is implicated in acts or statements… -
Primary and preschool education: zero tolerance for absenteeism during the 2026-2027 pre-school year.
The Ministry of Early Childhood and Primary Education is taking firm measures to combat teacher and school director absenteeism during the pre-school year period of 2026-2027. Through a… -
Benin: Patrice Talon will make two appointments to the Senate.
Elected president of the Senate on August 6, 2026, Patrice Talon now has several powers provided by the internal regulations of the new chamber. Among them is the… -
Military cooperation: France strengthens its defense mission in Benin
France is consolidating its military cooperation team based in Cotonou. Lieutenant Colonel Vincent Anthonioz has been appointed Deputy Defense Attaché at the French Embassy in Benin, supporting Lieutenant… -
Bohicon: the lifeless body of a young seamstress pulled out of a 60-meter well in Adamè
A tragedy occurred in the village of Adamè, located in the Avogbanan district (Bohicon municipality). The lifeless body of a young seamstress, around 25 years old, identified by… -
UP The Renewal: setting the criteria and modalities for the designation of village and neighborhood chiefs.
In a directive dated August 10, 2026, and signed by its president Joseph Djogbénou, the Progressive Union for Renewal (UP-R) has framed the process for selecting its members… -
Benin: dismantling of a network of burglars and drug traffickers in Togba
The Togba district police station has dealt a heavy blow to local crime with the arrest and detention on Monday, August 10, 2026, of four individuals, including one… -
Benin: here are the five actions through which the Senate will make its decisions.
The internal regulations of the Senate, adopted on July 30, 2026, in Porto-Novo, specify the various acts through which the new institution may intervene. From “opinion” to “ordinance,”… -
Borgou: the Les Démocrates party mobilizes its supporters in Parakou
The opposition party Les Démocrates is preparing to remobilize its grassroots structures. The party’s activists are invited to gather this Sunday, August 16, 2026, in Parakou. Under the… -
Benin: full internal regulations of the Senate (PDF)
Adopté le 30 juillet 2026 à Porto-Novo, le règlement intérieur du Sénat béninois fixe les règles d’organisation, de fonctionnement et d’intervention de la nouvelle institution. En 103 articles,… -
Benin: arrest of a fake marabout accused of fraud involving false money multiplication in Gogounou
The central district police station of Gogounou made a significant strike in the fight against spiritual scams by arresting, on Sunday, August 9, 2026, an individual posing as… -
Recruitment of 150 Customs officials: the medical examination scheduled for August 17, 2026.
Candidates declared eligible for the recruitment competition of 150 Customs officials for the year 2024 are summoned for a medical examination on Monday, August 17, 2026, in Cotonou.… -
Benin: a motorcycle taxi driver killed, two women seriously injured, and a baby miraculous survivor in an accident in Covè
A serious traffic accident has mourned the commune of Covè, specifically the locality of Naogon Aïzondo, this Sunday, August 9, 2026. According to reports from the local radio… -
Abomey-Calavi: several businesses devastated by a fire along the wholesale market road at Akassato
A challenging morning broke over Akassato, in the Abomey-Calavi municipality. In the early hours of Tuesday, August 11, 2026, a strong fire broke out on the paved road… -
Parakou: a 7-year-old boy found dead in a septic tank in Banikanni
Shock reigns in the Banikanni neighborhood located in the second arrondissement of the municipality of Parakou. A 7-year-old boy, who had been missing for several days, was found… -
Recruitment of 1,150 customs agents: date of the medical examination phase
The General Directorate of Customs informs the candidates declared eligible for the recruitment competition of 150 Customs officials (for the year 2024) that the date of the medical… -
Fire at Beau Rivage: Parliamentarians at the bedside of the victims
The fire that occurred during the night of Thursday, August 6 to Friday, August 7, 2026, continues to attract significant attention from the authorities. On Monday, August 10,… -
Coastal erosion: Minister Georges Alé on a mission to assess the East coastline of Benin
The Minister of Living Environment and Transportation, responsible for Sustainable Development, Georges Alé, visited the East coast of Benin this weekend. This field visit aimed to evaluate the… -
Tchaourou: A 3-year-old girl saved from the waters of the Okpara River in Kika.
A true miracle occurred this Sunday in the Kika district, located in the Tchaourou municipality. A little girl, about three years old, was spotted and rescued from the… -
Gaani 2026 in Nikki: the Beninese state plays a central role in the organization
The 2026 edition of the Gaani de Nikki benefits from increased involvement from the Beninese state. After officially allowing the festival to be organized, the government is overseeing… -
Benin: on the podium of the 2026 International Artificial Intelligence Olympiads
Benin won a bronze medal and an honorable mention at the 3rd edition of the International Olympiad in Artificial Intelligence (IOAI), held in Astana, Kazakhstan. This performance, achieved… -
Benin: The government celebrates artisan excellence during JAB 2026
The 2026 edition of the Beninese Craftsmanship Day (JAB) concluded on Tuesday, July 21, in Cotonou, with the recognition of six artisans in three categories. The winners received…