Country: 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: Romuald Wadagni appoints two deputy secretaries general of the government
President Romuald Wadagni has appointed Alban Bienvenu Bessan and Ben Hugues Pierre Johnson as deputy secretaries general of the government. Their appointment was confirmed by a decree issued… -
Benin: after girls, will boys soon be exempt from tuition fees?
As the free tuition fees have just been generalized for secondary school girls, the Benin government does not rule out granting the same advantage to boys. The government… -
Benin: the appointment of the Zou prefect, Laurent Dhossou Zomaï, caught up by a sanction from the ARMP
Appointed prefect of Zou during the Council of Ministers on June 3, 2026, Laurent Dhossou Zomaï finds himself at the center of an administrative and legal controversy. Sanctioned… -
Benin: the Supreme Court suspends the exclusion from public contracts affecting the new prefect of Zou.
The Supreme Court has suspended the enforcement of the sanctions from the ARMP against Laurent Dhossou Zomaï, who was recently appointed as the prefect of Zou by Romuald… -
Benin: the official figures for the BEPC June 2026 session
The written tests for the Brevet d’Études du Premier Cycle (Bepc) exam, June 2026 session, will officially start on Monday, June 8, 2026, throughout the entire national territory.… -
Benin: what will Romuald Wadagni’s 12 ministerial advisers really be used for?
Romuald Wadagni appointed twelve ministerial advisers to the Presidency of the Republic by decree signed on June 5, 2026. While this new list signifies a desire for institutional… -
Benin: Wadagni maintains the posts of ministerial advisers and makes new appointments.
The President of the Republic has taken another key step in structuring the state apparatus. By Decree No. 2026-358 of June 5, 2026, the head of the executive… -
Benin: Sèmè City and Sorbonne University seal a partnership around AI and materials
The Sèmè City Institute of Technology and Innovation and Sorbonne University have formalized a framework cooperation agreement in Cotonou centered around materials science, artificial intelligence, and innovation management.… -
Benin: the government launches an offensive against the psychotropic substance “Atinkinkouin”
In response to the rise in consumption of “Atinkinkouin,” a psychoactive substance that is wreaking havoc among many young people and motorcycle taxi drivers, the Beninese government has… -
Benin: details on the “we treat first” system and the free schooling for girls
The Wadagni government clarified the implementation mode for two major social measures adopted during the Council of Ministers on June 3. Vital emergencies will now be addressed without… -
End of evaluation of the first general election in Benin: the CENA looks ahead to the future
After five days of intense discussions, strategic reflections, and in-depth analyses, the National Autonomous Electoral Commission (Céna) concluded its national workshop for evaluating the first general elections in… -
Cotonou: SIRAT SA announces the gradual closure of Avenue du Canada for asphalting works.
The Road Infrastructure and Land Development Company (SIRAT SA) is stepping up its efforts as part of Phase B of the Paving program. The company announced the imminent… -
Benin: AES, Nigeria, Togo, Ivory Coast… Léandre Houngbédji details the Wadagni diplomacy
Wilfried Léandre Houngbédji delivered the official framing of Romuald Wadagni’s first diplomatic tour in the sub-region. The government spokesman confirmed five countries visited in one week and presented… -
Order of Physicians of Benin: the “Succeed Together” list reveals its vision
In just a few days leading up to the election scheduled for June 7, 2026, for the renewal of the governing bodies of the National Order of Physicians… -
Zou: the appointment of Prefect Laurent Zomaï postponed at the last minute
While his inauguration was scheduled for this Friday, June 5, according to the timeline set by the government, the new prefect of Zou, Laurent Zomaï, has not been… -
Benin: under Romuald Wadagni, down with normo-communication?
Ten days after taking office, Romuald Wadagni is already making a clear break with the presidential communication in Benin. By announcing himself on Facebook a key measure from… -
Woman subjected to the fire torture in Èkpè: the case postponed to June 19
The case of the woman who was the victim of severe abuse in Ekpè continues to unfold in front of the court handling this particularly sensitive matter. The… -
Palais de la Marina: President Romuald Wadagni meets with delegations from the ECC and the EPMB to strengthen social peace.
The President of Benin, Romuald Wadagni, held two major meetings with religious delegations on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at the Marina Palace. These meetings are part of a… -
Benin: the case of TikToker Billy postponed to July 16.
The judicial case of content creator Arsène Kplédo, known on social media by the pseudonym “Billy,” has been postponed again. The TikToker appeared on Thursday, June 4, 2026,… -
Benin: the Executive meets the media this Friday in Cotonou to discuss the government’s social measures.
The Government of the President of the Republic, Romuald Wadagni, is inviting media professionals this Friday, June 5, 2026, starting at 12 PM, for an official press conference… -
Benin: the new prefects were installed on June 5 and 8 in eight departments.
The transfer of duties between outgoing and incoming prefects will take place on June 5 and 8 in eight departments of Benin, following instructions from the Minister of… -
Benin: Romuald Wadagni concludes his first regional tour in Abidjan with a feeling of gratitude
Launched last Monday in Nigeria, President Romuald Wadagni’s first regional trip concluded this afternoon in Abidjan with a working session with Ivorian President Alassane Ouattara. The first phase… -
Benin: Patrice Talon present at the installation of the members of the CSM of the Celestial Christian Church
The former President of the Republic, Patrice Talon, was seen on Thursday, June 4, 2026, in Cotonou, during the official ceremony for the installation of members of the… -
Benin: tragic death of a well digger during maintenance operation
Another drama related to the risks of confined spaces occurred on the morning of Sunday, May 31, 2026, in Sérou, a locality in the Djougou commune, north-western Benin.… -
Diplomacy: in Abidjan, Romuald received by Alassane Ouattara
Romuald Wadagni concludes his express diplomatic tour in Abidjan this Thursday, having visited five West African capitals in four days. Received by Alassane Ouattara at the presidential palace,… -
CRIET: five years in prison for the former chief clerk of the Parakou court and his assistant.
The Correctional Chamber of the Court for the repression of economic offenses and terrorism issued its verdict on Monday, June 1, 2026, in the case of abuse of… -
Benin Customs: the new Director General outlines his priorities
Appointed head of the customs administration, Raouf Malèhossou delivered his first official reaction regarding the trust placed in him by the head of state. In a post on… -
Benin: Raphaël Akotègnon, from minister to prefect?
Appointed prefect of the Atlantic in the Council of Ministers on June 3, 2026, Raphaël Akotègnon makes a notable return to territorial administration after serving as Minister of… -
Benin: the government establishes bonuses for cotton, soybean, rice, and cashew producers
Starting from the 2026-2027 agricultural campaign, cotton, soy, rice, and cashew producers will benefit from specific subsidies in the form of production bonuses. This measure, adopted in the… -
Diplomacy: Romuald Wadagni is expected this Thursday in Abidjan.
The Beninese head of state, Romuald Wadagni, is expected this Thursday morning in Abidjan by his Ivorian counterpart, Alassane Ouattara, as part of the continuation of his sub-regional…