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Benin
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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Benin: Boni Yayi announces that he will finally sit in the senate
While he had declared that he did not want to sit in the Senate during the revision of the Constitution, former Beninese president Boni Yayi has changed his… -
Benin – Morocco: details of the 14 strategic agreements signed during the 7th Joint Commission.
As part of strengthening the strategic cooperation relations between Benin and Morocco, the 7th session of the Joint Commission resulted in the signing of several key agreements. Indeed,… -
Dangnivo Case: Codjo Alofa sentenced to 30 years in prison, Donatien Amoussou acquitted
The Court of First Instance of Cotonou issued its verdict on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, in the Dangnivo case. At the end of the hearings, Codjo Cossi Alofa… -
Abomey-Calavi Tribunal: the case of two detainees charged with escape was examined this Wednesday.
The Abomey-Calavi Court of First Instance examined, on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, the case of two inmates from the detention center, both charged with alleged attempted escape. At… -
Benin: Vladimir Putin appoints a new ambassador in Cotonou
Russia is changing its diplomatic representative in Benin. By a decree signed on July 21, 2026, President Vladimir Putin has appointed Mikhail Golovanov as extraordinary and plenipotentiary ambassador.… -
ECOWAS honors Patrice Talon for his regional leadership
Gathered at the summit in Freetown, the heads of state of ECOWAS paid tribute to former Beninese President Patrice Talon. The sub-regional organization praised his commitment to West… -
BAC 2026 in Benin: the 3 best per department
The Office of the Baccalaureate announced, this Wednesday, July 22, 2026, the results of the best candidates for the June 2026 baccalaureate exam. The G2 series tops the… -
Bac 2026: Egbogbe Frederico Rayan Seton, top in Benin with 18.80/20
The baccalaureate 2026 has its first in Benin. With an average of 18.80 out of 20, Egbogbe Frederico Rayan Seton tops the national ranking established by the Office… -
“The internal regulations of the Senate must be validated by the Constitutional Court,” Théodore Holo
Before officially taking office, the Senate must adopt its internal regulations. This text, which will set the rules for organizing and functioning of the new institution, can only… -
Benin: the rankings of the top 20 at the 2026 BAC
Baccalauréat 2026 in Benin: Here is the ranking of the 20 best candidates The Office of the Baccalauréat has unveiled the ranking of the top candidates for the… -
Benin: Conrad Gbaguidi, new Mediator of the Republic
The Economic and Social Council (CES) installed the bureau of its new term on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. Elected as the first vice-president of the institution, Conrad Gbaguidi… -
Benin: Abdoulaye Bio Tchané elected president of the Economic and Social Council
Abdoulaye Bio Tchané is the new president of the Economic and Social Council (CES). His election takes place as part of the installation of the new term of… -
Dangnivo case: the trial resumes this morning before the Cotonou court
The trial related to the disappearance of Pierre Urbain Dangnivo resumes this morning at the First Class Court of First Instance in Cotonou. This new hearing is part… -
Benin – Morocco: 14 cooperation agreements signed to strengthen bilateral relations
The Benin and the Kingdom of Morocco took a new step in strengthening their bilateral relations during the seventh session of the Joint Cooperation Commission, held on Tuesday,… -
Benin: opening of paid enrollment in technical high schools and the School of Medical and Social Training for 2026-2027
The Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Sèdami Mèdégan Fagla, has officially announced the opening of registrations for paid training programs in several public technical and vocational… -
Benin: date of the entrance exam for military high schools
The entrance exam for the 6th grade at the Prytanée Militaire de Bembèrèkè (PMB) and at the Lycée Militaire de Jeunes Filles (LMJF) in Natitingou will take place… -
Parakou: an individual arrested for illegal extraction and resale of sand from ditches
A man was arrested by the Republican Police forces on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, in the Ladji Farani neighborhood of Parakou. He is suspected of illegally extracting sand… -
Benin: the details of the first meeting of Senate members revealed
In Benin, the 25 members of the Senate will meet on July 25th, five days before their official installation. According to details provided by Théodore Holo, this meeting… -
Benin: the entrance exam for the Military Prytanée and the Military High School for girls is set for July 23.
Students admitted to the 2026 Certificate of Primary Studies (CEP) and ranked among the top 50 in each department are expected on July 23 for the entrance exam… -
BEPC 2026 in Benin: Akobi Banouin Lauren Ruth, first in the national ranking with 19.25/20
At just 14 years old, Akobi Banouin Lauren Ruth achieves the best national performance in the Brevet d’études du premier cycle (BEPC), June 2026 session. A student at… -
Benin: Senate members summoned to a meeting next Friday
The members of the Senate are convened on July 25 by the oldest member, President Nicéphore Soglo. According to information from Bip Radio reported by L’Investigateur, the establishment… -
Cotonou: Injuries and significant material damage in a violent traffic accident
Road safety is once again at the forefront of concerns in Cotonou following a serious accident that occurred on the morning of Tuesday, July 21, 2026. The collision… -
Benin: Conrad Gbaguidi tipped to become the Mediator of the Republic
The bureau of the new term of the Economic and Social Council (CES) will be established this Wednesday, July 22, 2026. According to several sources, the outgoing president… -
Abomey-Calavi: drama in Glo-Djigbé after a confession of infidelity
A tragedy occurred in the commune of Abomey-Calavi, specifically in the Glo-Djigbé district. A 24-year-old woman was found dead at her home, a presumed victim of suicide. According… -
Parakou: a young apprentice hairdresser robbed at the Dépôt market
Nighttime insecurity has struck again in the Koburu neighborhood. On the night of Monday, July 20, 2026, around 9 PM, a young apprentice hairstylist was the target of… -
Benin: the new president of the CES will be revealed this Wednesday, July 22.
The Economic and Social Council (CES) is about to open a new chapter in its history. This Wednesday, July 22, 2026, the members of the institution will set… -
Togo: the opposition demands explanations regarding the alleged presence of foreign military forces.
Several Togolese political and civic organizations are calling on the authorities to clarify the alleged presence of foreign military and paramilitary personnel in the country. They are particularly… -
After Benin, Guinea is demanding from France the return of its cultural property taken during colonization.
Guinea has officially initiated a process with France to recover several manuscripts and objects taken during the colonial conquest. Among the claimed items is the Quran of Almamy… -
What is happening to the General Mathieu Kérékou Stadium in Benin?
The main temple of Beninese sports, the General Mathieu Kérékou Friendship Stadium remains engaged in a long renovation process. Despite a new pitch, modernized lighting, and several upgraded… -
Back to School 2026-2027 in Benin: Education stakeholders gather for a seminar in Cotonou to focus on the quality of teaching.
The actors in the Beninese education system gathered in Cotonou for the annual seminar to prepare for the 2026-2027 school and university year. The proceedings were opened on…