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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 goes on the offensive to push its cotton production beyond 700,000 tons.
The Beninese government promises an exceptional bonus of 10 FCFA per kilogram to cotton producers if national production exceeds 700,000 tons during the 2026-2027 campaign. This measure, estimated… -
Benin: the heavy defeat against Togo is costly for the Cheetahs in the FIFA ranking
The Benin Cheetahs dropped three spots in the FIFA rankings published on June 11, going from 90th to 93rd place. This decline follows a disappointing international window in… -
Benin: here are the emergency and assistance numbers to know
In order to allow citizens to react quickly in case of an emergency or need for assistance, the Regulatory Authority for Electronic Communications and Posts (ARCEP Benin) has… -
Benin: a miller prosecuted in Abomey-Calavi for physical violence against a child
A miller appeared before the court of first instance in Abomey-Calavi, charged with willful violence against a minor under 15 years old. The alleged acts against the defendant… -
Benin: the government calls for a sacred union against child labor
On the occasion of the World Day Against Child Labour, celebrated this Friday, June 12, 2026, the government of Benin, through the delegated minister in charge of Budget… -
Benin: a conference dedicated to bitcoin announced in Cotonou from July 3 to 5.
Cotonou will host the sixth edition of the Bitcoin Mastermind from July 3 to 5, a conference dedicated exclusively to bitcoin. Organized at the Golden Tulip hotel, the… -
Benin: Moudassirou Bachabi rejects the criticisms regarding the absence of a Ministry of Labor made by the Cstb.
The Secretary General of the Confederation of Trade Unions of Benin, Kassa Mampo, did not provide an informed reading of the structure of the first government of President… -
Benin: The police seize psychotropic products and ammunition on the Parakou–N’Dali axis.
The services of the Benin Customs have dealt a significant blow to illicit trafficking in the Borgou department. An operation carried out on the Parakou–N’Dali route led to… -
Benin: the Treasury attracts 46.85 billion FCFA in bids for a target of 20 billion.
The Beninese Treasury raised 22 billion FCFA in Treasury bonds on the regional UMOA market, exceeding the initially sought amount. The operation, which was significantly oversubscribed with a… -
Benin: exports soar to 223.96 billion FCFA in the first quarter of 2026
Benin’s merchandise exports saw a significant increase in the first quarter of 2026, reaching 223.96 billion FCFA according to INStaD. This rise, primarily driven by cotton, soy, and… -
Benin: a former student prosecuted in a case of more than 24 million FCFA of allegedly embezzled tuition fees
Before the Court of Abomey-Calavi, a former student of the higher education institution Le Faucon is on trial for alleged embezzlement of tuition fees and forgery of documents.… -
The cruise ship Oceania Regatta stops in Cotonou and opens a new chapter in cruise tourism in Benin.
The Autonomous Port of Cotonou welcomed, on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, the inaugural stop of the cruise ship Oceania Regatta. With 575 passengers on board and 389 crew… -
Benin: the ban on exporting raw cashew nuts “struggles to produce its effects”
The ban on exporting raw cashew nuts has not yet produced the expected industrial effects in Benin, according to expert Jim Fitzpatrick. Despite the aim to stimulate local… -
Benin: a building to be sold at auction soon due to an unpaid bank debt
Following a real estate seizure procedure initiated by a local bank, a building in Akpakpa will be sold at public auction on June 22, 2026, in front of… -
Benin: after the resignation of Paul Hounkpè, Garba Yaya to lead the FCBE
Following the official resignation of Paul Hounkpè, former National Executive Secretary and unsuccessful candidate in the presidential election of April 12, 2026, the leadership of the Force Cauris… -
Benin: Gérard Gbénonchi clarifies the sanctions related to the refusal of crumpled bills and smooth coins.
The Beninese legal arsenal is enriched by a major text aimed at clarifying daily transactions and restoring public trust in their currency. Speaking on the show La Matinale… -
Benin: the FCBE party welcomes the diplomatic offensive and the initial social measures of Wadagni.
In a statement from its political office published this Wednesday, June 10, 2026, the Force Cauris for an Emerging Benin (FCBE) expressed its strong satisfaction with the initial… -
Benin: Sidi Ould Tah received by Wadagni after his election as the head of the AfDB
Romuald Wadagni received the President of the African Development Bank Group, Sidi Ould Tah, in Cotonou. The discussions focused on the macroeconomic situation of Benin, development prospects, and… -
Benin: Luc Gnacadja carries Cotonou’s voice at the AIMF Office in Namur.
The Mayor of Cotonou, Luc Gnacadja, participated in the 107th meeting of the Bureau of the International Association of Francophone Mayors in Namur, Belgium. As Vice-President of the… -
Benin: the president of BOAD, Serge Ekué, received in audience by Romuald Wadagni
President Romuald Wadagni received a delegation from the West African Development Bank at the Marina Palace led by its President, Serge Ekué. This meeting allowed the regional financial… -
Pascal Todjinou: “a union should not call for a vote for a president”
Pascal Todjinou, former general secretary of the General Confederation of Workers of Benin, reacted to the first steps of President Romuald Wadagni at the head of the state.… -
Benin: the FCBE reacts to Romuald Wadagni’s initial decisions
In a statement released this Wednesday, June 10, 2026, the Force Cauris for an Emerging Benin (FCBE) party expressed its satisfaction with the first decisions of President Romuald… -
Benin: in eight days, Romuald Wadagni speaks to the four military regimes of the sub-region
By multiplying visits to Niamey, Ouagadougou, Bamako, and Bissau in the first weeks of his term, Romuald Wadagni introduces a clear shift in Beninese diplomacy. Far from the… -
CRIET: the conviction of Désiré Vodonou and Wilfried Ayatodé upheld on appeal
The appeals chamber of the Court for the repression of economic crimes and terrorism has issued its ruling in the banking fraud case involving former deputy Désiré Vodonou… -
CRIET: a TikToker prosecuted for offenses against the modesty of a minor and cybercrime
The Court of Repression of Economic Crimes and Terrorism (CRIET) reviewed, during the hearing on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, the case of a young content creator facing charges… -
World Cup 2026: the matches of the competition available on Bénin TV (Channel 1 on Canal+ Bénin)
Football fans in Benin now know where to follow the 2026 World Cup. The Benin Radio and Television Corporation (SRTB) has obtained broadcasting rights for the competition in… -
Benin: after the ARMP case, Laurent Zomaï officially takes office as Prefect of Zou
Laurent Dhossou Zomaï has officially taken office as the prefect of Zou on Wednesday, June 10, in Abomey, after a week of administrative and judicial blockage. His installation… -
Benin: a man arrested in Cotonou for serious knife violence against his partner
A presumed case of violence against women is actively engaging social services and security forces in Benin’s economic capital. The events took place on Thursday, June 4, 2026,… -
Benin: renewing your passport is now possible online for the diaspora
Thanks to the ePASS platform, Beninese citizens living abroad can now renew their passport online in about thirty minutes, without having to travel or make an appointment. Beninese… -
Benin: eight primary school teachers under threat of dismissal from the teaching profession.
Eight public primary school teachers have been appearing since June 9 before the Administrative Parity Commission of the Ministry of Maternal and Primary Education. Accused of prolonged absences,…