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: 2 chatty spectators placed in the defendant’s box at the Abomey-Calavi court
At the Abomey-Calavi court, two seniors who came to attend a hearing were placed in the dock for causing a disturbance. This Tuesday, July 28, 2025, an unusual… -
Benin: This 10-year-old girl pleading for Patrice Talon’s mercy for her parents
10-year-old Goudjo Mira, a student in her second year of middle school, has written a poignant letter to President Patrice Talon pleading for the release of her imprisoned… -
Benin: Candide Azannaï takes on a promise made by Talon to the youth
In a social media post, former Minister Delegate for National Defense, Candide Azannaï, strongly reacted to the statement by the Head of State, Patrice Talon, regarding his involvement… -
Benin: A soldier in front of the CRIET for misappropriating 12 million FCFA transferred by mistake
A serviceman in duty at the Allada National Guard appeared in court on Monday before the Court for the Repression of Economic Offenses and Terrorism (CRIET) for an… -
Arrest of Hugues Sossoukpè: Ivorian deputy Antoine Assalé Tiémoko denounces a “serious violation of international law”
The arrest of Beninese journalist Hugues Comlan Sossoukpè in Abidjan followed by his quick extradition to Benin has taken a political turn in Abidjan. This time, a notable… -
2026 Presidential Election in Benin: Patrice Talon Outlines the Profile of His Future Successor
During a major exchange with the youth of Benin at the People’s Hall in the Marina Palace, President Patrice Talon addressed a hot topic that is already sparking… -
Birth of “The 3rd Voice” in Benin: a political dynamism driven by the youth and pluralistic opposition
Un nouveau courant politique vient de faire irruption dans l’arène politique béninoise. Dénommée La 3ᵉ Voix, cette dynamique est portée par plusieurs partis et mouvements politiques d’opposition qui… -
Benin – Building collapse: death of the apprentice mason, the owner arrested
A building under construction collapsed on the night of July 23, 2025, in Togbin Fandji, in the municipality of Abomey-Calavi, causing the death of a young apprentice bricklayer.… -
Building collapse in Togbin: a complaint filed against the owner
A construction building of type R+3 collapsed in the middle of the night, in the Togbin-Fandji neighborhood, tragically killing a young apprentice mason. The building, which was erected… -
Comlan Hugues Sossoukpè Case: the trial hasn’t started, his lawyer denounces his isolation
Fourteen days after being placed under judicial control at the civil prison of Ouidah, Beninese journalist Comlan Hugues Sossoukpè still has not seen the start of his judicial… -
Benin – August 1, 2025: arrival of the Ivorian troop for the military parade
Invited to the official ceremony marking the 65th anniversary of Benin’s independence, Côte d’Ivoire responded favorably. Its military delegation, consisting of about forty members, arrived in Cotonou on… -
Meeting at the Presidency: Guy Dossou Mitokpè present alongside Talon, but on a clear political mission
On Monday, July 28, 2025, the People’s Hall of the Marina Palace was the setting for a symbolic meeting between the Beninese Head of State, Patrice Talon, and… -
Benin: The city hall of Porto Novo demands 3 billion from the 2nd deputy mayor in a land fraud case
The Court for the Repression of Economic Offenses and Terrorism (CRIET) has once again been the scene of a high-profile political and administrative case, reports Banouto. On Thursday,… -
Benin – Entrance exams for universities: here are the key dates for the academic year 2025–2026
The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MESRS) is gearing up to launch the entrance exams to public universities and institutes in Benin for the 2025–2026 academic… -
Beninese nationality: three Afro-descendants receive their first official attestations
The Beninese government took a historic step this Saturday by handing out the first Beninese nationality certificates to three Afro-descendants. These are Joseph Gabendy, Smeralda David Romuald, and… -
Devastating fire at the Bohicon market: the town hall stands with the affected female traders
A violent fire broke out on the night of July 24 to 25, 2025, at the central market in Bohicon, ravaging several warehouses and completely consuming the goods… -
Benin: five constitutional court advisors decorated in the National Order
This Friday, July 25, 2025, the Constitutional Court of Benin served as a setting for a solemn award ceremony. Five of its advisors were decorated in the National… -
Parakou: Fire in a fuel depot, several houses affected
The evening of Thursday, July 24, 2025 was marked by intense panic in the Wansirou district, in Parakou. Around 9 p.m., detonations followed by thick smoke alerted the… -
Benin – Peregrine Falcon 2025: 260 suspects arrested, ghettos dismantled and massive seizures
As part of the “Peregrine Falcon 2025” operation, the Republican Police arrested 260 suspected individuals across the entire territory of Benin. Ghettoes were dismantled, and weapons, psychotropics, and… -
Cryptocurrencies: A Fake Statement Attributed to the Ministry of Economy and Finance of Benin
In a new attempted scam targeting Beninese citizens, a false communique allegedly signed by the Ministry of Economy and Finance is currently circulating on WhatsApp and other social… -
Conversation at the Marina: President Talon faces the youth this Monday
An unprecedented meeting will take place this Monday, July 28, 2025, at the Palais de la Marina’s people’s hall. President Patrice Talon will host the Beninese youth there… -
Presidential 2026: Céna makes a first breach in the electoral calendar
This was an expected step in the electoral process: the official submission of sponsorship forms to deputies and mayors. Scheduled for Thursday, July 25, 2025, this activity listed… -
“We don’t have electricity in our house”, Germain Ford Tohouenou, 1st in Benin in the BAC 2025
At just 18 years old, Germain Ford Tohouenou became the top of the class in the 2025 Baccalaureate in Benin. In an exclusive interview, the young prodigy reveals… -
Benin – Serious accident in Dassa this Saturday: Louis Vlavonou reacts and issues a call
Following the serious traffic accident that occurred on Saturday, July 26, 2025 in Dassa-Zoumè, the President of the National Assembly of Benin, Louis Vlavonou, expressed his deep sadness.… -
Benin: death of Nimata Aminou, CA of Kétou-Centre
Nimata Aminou, head of the Kétou-Centre district and active member of the fourth mandate, passed away on Saturday, July 26, 2025, after a sudden ailment following a local… -
BAC 2025: List of institutions that achieved a 100% success rate in Benin
In Benin, several secondary schools have achieved the feat of a 100% success rate in the 2025 baccalaureate exam. More than 70 schools have reached perfection in the… -
Benin – Accident in Dassa-Zoumè: several deaths in a violent head-on collision
A tragic accident occurred on Saturday, July 26, 2025, in the Dassa 2 district of Benin, on the road linking Glazoué to Dassa-Zoumè. Several deaths and serious injuries… -
BAC 2025 in Benin: schools that achieved 100% success (list)
In Benin, six private general education institutions reported a zero success rate in the 2025 Baccalaureate exam, despite a national rate of 73.02%. While the June 2025 Baccalaureate… -
Benin: A trainee plumber accused of stealing 5 million, the court summons his parents
A plumbing apprentice accuses his colleague of stealing an amount of 5 million CFA francs intended for a construction project. The case, brought before the court, has been… -
Comlan Hugues Sossoukpè Case: A Matter of Professional Conscience
In the recollection of Beninese journalists, there has never been a situation like what occurred with the arrest on Thursday, July 10, 2025, in Abidjan, of Comlan Hugues…