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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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UFOA-B U17 Cup (F): Benin Drawn with Ivory Coast and Burkina Faso
The U17 Amazons now know their opponents for the second edition of the UFOA-B women’s Cup, with a tough Group A facing Ivory Coast and Burkina Faso. Bronze… -
Rural electrification in Benin: The government approves agreements to supply electricity to twelve localities.
Improved access to energy in rural areas has taken a new step forward. The government has approved the signing of concession agreements for the off-grid electrification of twelve… -
Benin: Customs digitizes the pass for foreign vehicles starting September 15, 2026
The modernization of Benin’s customs services reaches a new milestone. In a circular note signed on September 2, 2026, the Director General of Customs, Raouf Malehossou Aboudou, announced… -
Territorial administration in Benin: list of secretaries general appointed in the prefectures
The government has just carried out a major renewal at the head of the secretariats general of eleven prefectures across the twelve departments of the country. Only the… -
Education in Benin: The executive branch is mobilizing nearly 30 billion CFA francs for the 2026-2027 school year, focusing on social inclusion.
The Beninese government is making significant efforts to prepare for the 2026-2027 school year. During a cabinet meeting, the government approved a total budget of approximately 30 billion… -
Benin: The government authorizes the construction of 35 integrated centers.
The Beninese government has officially approved, in a cabinet meeting, a large-scale infrastructure project aimed at modernizing social services throughout the country. The initiative includes the construction of… -
Agriculture in Benin: The government launches the pilot phase of a groundbreaking program that combines productivity and social protection.
The agricultural sector in Benin is poised to undergo a significant transformation. During the cabinet meeting on Wednesday, September 2nd, the government authorized the implementation of the pilot… -
Benin: Honorat Gbondjinon Appointed Director General of SONEBHonorat Gbondjinon has been appointed as the new Director General of SONEB (Société Nationale des Eaux du Bénin), the national water company of Benin.
The Council of Ministers, meeting on Wednesday, September 2nd, approved the appointment of Honorat Gbondjinon as the Director General of the National Water Company of Benin (SONEB). The… -
Benin: list of people appointed this Wednesday in 5 ministries (Energy, MTISI, MFA,…)
Meeting in council of ministers this Wednesday, September 2; the government announced several appointments in various ministerial departments. Find below the list of people appointed in the following… -
CRIET: A former French commander sentenced to six months in prison for the case involving forged administrative documents.
The Court of Repression of Economic Crimes and Terrorism (CRIET) issued its ruling on Monday, August 24, 2026, in the case involving forged driver’s licenses and passports issued… -
Benin: Police apprehends a suspected fake facilitator operating near the port of Cotonou.
Cotonou: A fake “facilitator” apprehended near the port for fraud targeting truck drivers. On Monday, August 31, 2026, officers from the Special Police Unit of the Port Authority… -
CRIET: 5 years of imprisonment and a 10 million fine requested against an internet user for glorifying a coup d’État
Prosecuted for glorifying a coup d’État by the Court for the Repression of Economic Offenses and Terrorism, a young internet user faces 5 years of imprisonment. The use… -
National Assembly of Benin: convocation of the second extraordinary session for September 7, 2026
National Assembly of Benin: convocation of the second extraordinary session for September 7, 2026 The Governors’ Palace in Porto-Novo is preparing to resume parliamentary activity. In a radio-television… -
Kétou: a burglary investigation leads police to the seizure of more than 21 kg of Indian hemp
What began as a routine burglary investigation turned, in Kétou, into a major operation against drug trafficking. Alerted by a burglary complaint, the district police station managed to… -
PAG 22026 – 2033: after Talon’s major projects, Beninese now await the social dividends of Wadagni
According to insiders, the government action program of President Romuald Wadagni for the 2026-2033 seven-year term is now ready and will soon be presented to the Beninese people.… -
Benin: Pascal Todjinou worries about the extent of the new Senate’s powers
Installed on July 30 in Porto-Novo, the Beninese Senate continues to raise questions about its role and the scope of its prerogatives. Guest on the Crystal News program… -
Benin: the government resumes its Council of Ministers after the summer break
After the summer break observed within the Executive, Romuald Wadagni’s government resumes its work rhythm this Wednesday, September 2, 2026, with the holding of the Council of Ministers.… -
Benin: extension of the registration deadline for entrance exams to public university schools
The registration deadline for the entrance exams to the first year of schools and institutes of public universities in Benin has been postponed to Friday, September 4, 2026,… -
CAF – UCL (Q): Nigerian Rangers already warn AS Sobemap
Rangers are preparing for a highly anticipated duel against AS Sobemap of Porto-Novo in the preliminary round of the CAF Champions League. A few days before the first… -
Benin: the hierarchy of the Republican Police raises its voice against corruption among certain officers
This was a strong clarification made by the Director General of the Republican Police on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. Surrounded by the central commander of territorial units, the… -
Accounting Expertise: PIGIER-Bénin Hosts the Regional DECOGEF Exams
Since Monday, August 31, PIGIER-Bénin has been hosting the DECOGEF exams for the 2025-2026 academic year. As the only exam center selected in Benin, the institution asserts itself… -
African Union: Corinne Amori Brunet in Luanda to strengthen peace and security mechanisms.
The Beninese Minister of Foreign Affairs, Corinne Amori Brunet, participated in discussions in Luanda, Angola, focusing on the prevention and resolution of conflicts on the continent. These high-level… -
Parakou: Approximately twenty Nigerian nationals have been released, and a dozen suspects have been arrested in connection with a fraud network linked to Qnet.
From August 24th to 30th, 2026, an operation conducted by the Parakou 3rd District Police Commissariat led to the dismantling of a human trafficking network allegedly linked to… -
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National tour of the Minister of Health: Benjamin Hounkpatin assesses the management of life-threatening emergencies.
From north to south of the country, the Minister of Health, Professor Benjamin Hounkpatin, visited various locations on August 26th and 27th, 2026, to assess the effectiveness of… -
CRIET: 5 years imprisonment confirmed on appeal for a teacher prosecuted for sexual harassment of a minor student
The appeals chamber of the Court for the Repression of Economic Offenses and Terrorism (CRIET) confirmed the verdict rendered at first instance against a 41-year-old teacher prosecuted for… -
Politics: What Beninese People Appreciate in Romuald Wadagni’s First Quarter at the Head of State
Assessment of Romuald Wadagni’s First 100 Days Leading Benin: Between Social Reforms and Ground-Level Engagement The Beninese appreciate the initial assessment marking the first ninety days of governance… -
CRIET: 5 years of imprisonment requested against five defendants, including three military personnel in a case of counterfeit medicines
Five defendants, including three military personnel, appeared before the Court for the Repression of Economic Offenses and Terrorism (CRIET) for complicity in the illegal practice of pharmacy and… -
Benin: announced disruptions on the electrical grid on September 1 and 3 in several localities
The Beninese Electricity Company (SBEE) informs its subscribers that power outages will affect about forty localities from the North to the South of the country on Tuesday, September… -
Beninese expertise takes center stage behind the scenes of “Clash,” Canal+’s event series
CANAL+’s new original creation, “Clash,” airing from Sunday, August 30, 2026, also features a strong Beninese contribution behind the camera. Alain Nounagnon, Raymond Aïkpe, Nadjibatou Ibrahim, and Olivier…