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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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Adjarra: a couple arrested in a presumed baby kidnapping case
A judicial inquiry has been opened in Adjarra, in the Ouémé department, following the arrest of a 43-year-old English teacher and his partner, a 37-year-old seamstress. The couple… -
Abomey-Calavi: 52 arrests and significant seizures during the dismantling of two ghettos in Godomey.
A team from the Godomey district police station carried out a major operation on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. This intervention led to the dismantling of two ghettos, the… -
CRIET: rejection of the request for automatic release in the case involving Richard Boni Ouorou
The investigating chamber of the Court for the repression of economic offenses and terrorism (CRIET) rejected, this Thursday, July 16, 2026, a request for provisional release made by… -
Benin: record seizure of over 5,500 mobile phones at the Hillacondji border
The Benin Customs has just made a major move in its fight against cross-border fraud. On Sunday, July 12, 2026, a large-scale operation carried out at the southwestern… -
Benin: the Ministry of Justice denounces a presidential pardon scam and announces legal action.
The Ministry of Justice and Legislation of Benin has firmly warned the public, on Thursday, July 16, 2026, against fraud networks targeting prisoners and their families. Malicious individuals… -
Affair of the party Le Libéral: the CRIET refuses to release a co-defendant of Richard Boni Ouorou.
The Court for the Suppression of Economic Crimes and Terrorism (CRIET) rejected, on Thursday, July 16, a request for provisional release filed by the lawyers of one of… -
Benin – France: Paris is trying to save its last positions in West Africa.
As diplomatic balances change in West Africa, Benin finds itself at the center of discussions involving France and Niger. According to information published by Africa Intelligence, Paris is… -
Benin: here are the centers selected for the oral exams of the Bac 2026
Final stretch for the candidates eligible for the baccalauréat, single session of June 2026. The oral exams will be held on Friday, July 17, starting at 7 AM,… -
Benin: the public prosecutor requests the benefit of the doubt for the TikToker Billy
New development before the Court of Repression of Economic Crimes and Terrorism (CRIET) in the case involving Billy, a Beninese TikToker. During the last hearing dedicated to the… -
Dangnivo case: the court has postponed the hearing to July 22 for the pleadings.
Dangnivo Trial: Hearing Firmly Adjourned to Wednesday, July 22, 2026 for Defense Pleas A new twist in the trial related to the Pierre Urbain Dangnivo case before the… -
Benin: Joseph Djogbénou satisfied with the report of the first ordinary session of parliament
Benin: conclusion of the first ordinary session of the tenth legislature under the sign of results The first ordinary session of the first legislative term of the National… -
Deadly fire in Cotonou: trial opens for the two presumed perpetrators
The two main defendants in the case of the deadly fire that occurred in January 2025 in Ayélawadjè, in the 3rd arrondissement of Cotonou, appeared this Wednesday before… -
Benin: three young alleged cybercriminals arrested in Allada
Three young men suspected of cybercrime activities were arrested by law enforcement on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, around 6 PM in the Dogoudo neighborhood of Allada. During the… -
Bohicon: opening of a parliamentary workshop on the analysis of the execution of the state budget for the first quarter of 2026
Members of the Finance and Exchanges Committee of the National Assembly, along with their colleagues from other technical committees, have been participating since Wednesday, July 15, 2026, in… -
Parakou: three arrests and seizure of prohibited pharmaceutical products during a police operation
The central commissioner of Parakou led a targeted control operation in the 3rd district of the city on the afternoon of Tuesday, July 14, 2026. This raid, conducted… -
UFOA-B U20 Tournament 2027: The Cheetahs draw Côte d’Ivoire and Niger, complete draw released
The draw for the UFOA B U20 tournament 2027, qualifying for the U20 Africa Cup of Nations, placed Benin in Group A alongside the host country, Ivory Coast,… -
Dangnivo case: the trial postponed
The Court of First Instance of Cotonou has postponed the trial related to the Pierre Urbain Dangnivo case to Thursday, July 16, 2026. This upcoming hearing will be… -
Porto-Novo: arrest of a suspected scammer wanted for false promises of loans and driver’s licenses
The police station of the 1st district of Porto-Novo apprehended a man who had been wanted for several months in connection with an alleged fraud case. The accused… -
Dangnivo case: the defense lawyers threaten to withdraw from the trial
The trial linked to the Pierre Urbain Dangnivo case has taken a new turn this Wednesday, July 15, 2026, before the Court of First Instance of Cotonou. Just… -
Dangnivo case: the prosecution seeks 30 years of criminal imprisonment against Codjo Alofa.
The trial regarding the disappearance of Pierre Urbain Dangnivo reached a decisive stage on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, before the Court of First Instance of Cotonou. During its… -
Dangnivo trial: the prosecution seeks 30 years in prison for Codjo Alofa.
The public prosecutor presented, this Wednesday, July 15, its recommendations in the case of the disappearance of Pierre Urbain Dangnivo. The prosecutor requested a sentence of 30 years… -
Independence Day of Côte d’Ivoire: Benin will participate in the military parade on August 7.
Benin will participate in the festivities marking the 66th anniversary of the independence of Côte d’Ivoire. Elements of the Beninese Armed Forces will parade in Yopougon alongside military… -
Benin: identified in a video, a man faces two years in prison for promoting a crime against state security.
The Court of Repression of Economic and Terrorism Offenses (CRIET) focused on the case of a man prosecuted for “apology for a crime against state security” on Monday,… -
Benin: Beninese customs tighten rules on bills of lading for used goods starting August 1, 2026.
Logistics and customs clearance stakeholders in Benin need to quickly review their practices. Starting from Saturday, August 1, 2026, new strict documentary requirements will govern the removal of… -
Benin: end of the run for a fake currency trafficker in N’Dali
A great catch for the Beninese law enforcement in the north. Officials from the Tchikandou border police station have neutralized a suspected counterfeit money trafficker after an intense… -
Fight against terrorism: Joint operation between the Beninese and Burkinabe armies at the Koualou border
Confronted with the terrorist hydra threatening the stability of the sub-region, the Beninese Armed Forces and the Burkinabè army are stepping up their efforts. Since Tuesday, July 14,… -
Romania: David Kiki rebounds at FC Voluntari
In search of a comeback after a season disrupted by injuries, David Kiki has signed with FC Voluntari. The Beninese international defender remains in the Romanian SuperLiga, a… -
Benin: At the University of Parakou, no one was admitted to the Bachelor’s 2 in Modern Letters in the regular session.
The University of Parakou has recorded a concerning new result. In the second year of Modern Literature, no student has passed the required teaching units to progress to… -
Benin: first day of exams for candidates in the 2026 Baccalaureate replacement session
The written exams for the replacement session of the Baccalaureate, session of 2026, officially started this Monday at CEG Sainte-Rita in Cotonou, the only examination center selected nationwide.… -
Restitution of cultural property: Yassine Latoundji sets up the national scientific committee in Cotonou
The Minister of Culture, Arts, and Heritage, Yassine Latoundji, officially inaugurated the National Scientific Committee for the Restitution of Cultural Assets this Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Cotonou.…