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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Controversy over sponsorship: Orden Alladatin weighs in
In a political context marked by heated debates over the sponsorship of candidates for the 2026 presidential election, the chair of the National Assembly’s Laws Committee, Orden Alladatin,… -
Benin: CENA denounces a “disinformation campaign” by the Démocrates and clarifies the Sodjinou affair
La Commission électorale nationale autonome (CENA) est sortie de son silence. Dans un communiqué de presse rendu public ce lundi 20 octobre 2025, l’institution dirigée par Sacca Lafia… -
Benin: a new appeal by the Démocrates before the Court demands Sodjinou appear in person
The Constitutional Court of Benin has not yet ruled on the explosive sponsorship case involving MP Michel Sodjinou. Initially expected on Monday, 20 October 2025, the high court’s… -
Review of the Democrats’ appeal: the Court postpones its session this Monday
Scheduled for this Monday, October 20, 2025, the Constitutional Court’s decision in the case between the party Les Démocrates (LD) and the Court of First Instance of Cotonou… -
Benin: Sabaï Katé, former minister under Boni Yayi dies
Former Minister of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries, Sabaï Katé, died during the night of Sunday, October 19 to Monday, October 20, 2025, at around 3 a.m. at the… -
2026 presidential election: CENA reminds of the conditions for modifying a candidacy
The Autonomous National Electoral Commission (CENA) published on Saturday, October 18, 2025, the new Article 41 of law No. 2024-13 of March 15, 2024, amending and supplementing law… -
Benin: the trial of Julien Kandé Kansou postponed
The legal saga of Julien Kandé Kansou continues. The political activist, known for his critical stances on social media, will have to wait longer before learning his fate.… -
2026 Women’s AFCON (Q): Benin vs Nigeria, Senegal vs Côte d’Ivoire — 2nd round schedule
Here is the full schedule of matches for the second qualifying round of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. The winners from this round will qualify for… -
CAF Cup: all the results from the first leg of the 2nd preliminary round
See the results of the matches played this weekend, counting toward the first leg of the second preliminary round of the CAF Confederation Cup. Coton FC held San… -
Presidential election 2026: Les Démocrates’ lawyers denounce a “programmed collusion” between CENA, the judiciary and the “rupture” authorities
In a statement made public on Sunday, October 19, 2025, the Collectif des avocats du parti Les Démocrates denounces a judicial decision it considers tainted by “programmed and… -
Sodjinou’s sponsorship: the Constitutional Court will consider the LD party’s appeal on Monday
The Constitutional Court is holding a decisive hearing this Monday, October 20, 2025, on the appeal filed by the party Les Démocrates in the controversy over MP Michel… -
Drinking water in Benin: a Chinese company selected for 4 SAEPmV
At the Council of Ministers, the Beninese government decided to carry out four Multi-Village Drinking Water Supply Systems (SAEPmV). This project, which reflects the executive’s determination to provide… -
Benin: a herdsman prosecuted for stealing 58 oxen belonging to his owner
The Godomey district police station (Atlantique department) carried out, from October 6 to 12, 2025, a large “crackdown” operation against crime. The toll is particularly heavy: 31 people… -
Sodjinou’s sponsorship: Gilles Badet’s technical take on the TPI of Cotonou’s decision
Order No. 254/AUD-PD/2025 issued on October 13, 2025 by the President of the Court of First Instance of Cotonou has already attracted a lot of attention. Gilles Badet,… -
Benin: Michel Sodjinou replies to Renaud Agbodjo and accuses Boni Yayi of “sacrificing” Les Démocrates
Following the media statement by lawyer Renaud Agbodjo, who spoke of the disappearance of his comrade and denounced manipulation by the CENA, MP Michel Sodjinou has stepped forward… -
Where is the Honorable Michel Sodjinou? Lawyer Renaud Agbodjo’s statement that sows doubt
In an address to the people this Saturday, October 18, Me Renaud Agbodjo, candidate of the party Les Démocrates for the 2026 presidential election, sounded the alarm over… -
CAF Cup: FC San Pedro vs Coton FC, OCS vs Stade Tunisien — this Saturday’s schedule
Discover the matches scheduled for this Saturday across African pitches, as part of the first leg of the second preliminary round of the CAF Confederation Cup. The CAF… -
2026 presidential election: 2 doctors take the oath before the Court
The Constitutional Court held a special plenary hearing on Friday, 17 October 2025, dedicated to the swearing-in of the panel of three sworn physicians, in accordance with decision… -
Sodjinou’s endorsement: the government rejects the Democrats’ accusations
The Beninese government firmly responded on Friday, October 17, 2025, to allegations from the party Les Démocrates, which accused it of manipulating MP Michel Sodjinou in the dispute… -
Benin: Seen with suspected terrorists, a young man prosecuted before the Criet
The Court for the Repression of Economic Offenses and Terrorism (CRIET) examined, on Thursday, October 16, 2025, a case concerning alleged membership in a terrorist organization. At the… -
Work begins on the Vêdoko interchange: the Stade de l’Amitié axis closed to traffic
Work on the Vêdoko interchange has started, causing the partial closure of the route connecting stade de l’Amitié – Étoile Rouge. According to the Council of Ministers’ report,… -
2026 presidential election: the Democrats’ coordinators urge Sodjinou to reconsider his position
Calls are mounting within the party Les Démocrates to persuade MP Michel Sodjinou to return his endorsement form in favor of the duo designated for the 2026 presidential… -
Benin: former MP Soulé Sabi Moussa has died
The Honorable Soulé Sabi Moussa, former deputy of the 5th and 6th legislatures, is no more. The former parliamentarian passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025, plunging Beninese… -
Benin: MP Michel Sodjinou breaks his silence and defends himself
In a statement, Michel François Oloutoyé Sodjinou, coordinator of the 19th electoral district of the party Les Démocrates (LD), broke his silence this Thursday, October 16, 2025. In… -
Benin: the HAAC unveils its timeline for the 2026 general elections
The High Authority for Audiovisual and Communication (HAAC) has published the detailed schedule of its preparatory activities for the 2026 legislative and municipal elections. This rich and precise… -
Benin: rehabilitation of Porto-Novo’s Charles de Gaulle Stadium announced
The Charles de Gaulle Stadium in Porto-Novo is about to undergo a major transformation. The government has indeed announced the full rehabilitation of this emblematic sports facility in… -
Benin: the government announces the creation of the National Commission for Legal Reform
The Beninese government has just announced the creation of a National Commission for Law Reform, a new strategic body aimed at modernizing and strengthening the coherence of the… -
“We will never give up,” Daniel Edah speaking about his political vision
Former international official Daniel Edah does not intend to abandon his political vision that advocates well-being for all Beninese. Despite losing in the race to be selected as… -
Education: recruitment of 350 educational advisors announced
The Council of Ministers, meeting in ordinary session this Wednesday under the chairmanship of Head of State Patrice Talon, approved the recruitment of new trainee pedagogical advisers and… -
Presidential Elections 2026: 72 hours for the LD party duo to stay in or quit the race
The party Les Démocrates took a key step on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, in the race for the 2026 presidential election. Their candidate duo, Renaud Agbodjo and Jude…