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: Appointments from the Council of Ministers on July 23, 2025
The council of ministers met this Wednesday, July 23, 2025, in the effective presence of the head of state, President Patrice Talon. The government made new appointments within… -
Tonya Lewis Lee and Spike Lee named thematic ambassadors of Benin for the Afro-descendant diaspora in the United States
The Beninese government announced on Tuesday, July 23, 2025, the appointment of famed American filmmakers Tonya Lewis Lee and Spike Lee as Thematic Ambassadors of the Republic of… -
Benin: He borrows his friend’s motorcycle and returns 3 days later without the vehicle
A young motorcycle taxi driver is being pursued for breach of trust after disappearing for several days with a friend’s motorcycle. Presented in the court of Abomey-Calavi, he… -
Benin: Major decisions of the council of ministers on Wednesday, July 23, 2025
In Benin, the council of ministers met this Wednesday, July 23, 2025. The following decisions have been made: -
No French military base in Benin: Nadège Chouat invites Tiani to prove his accusations
In an interview with Bip Radio on the occasion of the French national holiday of July 14th, the French Ambassador to Benin, Nadège Chouat, made a point to… -
Benin: a pastor arrested for obstructing the vaccination campaign in Natitingou
The polio vaccination campaign, currently underway in the Atacora department, is facing worrying resistance. In Péporiyakou, in the municipality of Natitingou, a man introducing himself as a “pastor”… -
New armed attack in Sinendé: a couple of breeders assaulted in Diadia
A new armed attack has been recorded in the municipality of Sinendé, in the north of Benin. The events took place during the night of Monday, July 21… -
Benin – Kidnapping attempt thwarted in Gouka: Three suspects arrested
An attempted ransom kidnapping was thwarted on Monday, July 21, 2025, in Gouka, in the town of Bantè (Collines department). The successful operation is the result of effective… -
Benin – Collapse of a building under construction in Togbin Fandji: a worker trapped under the rubble
A building under construction collapsed during the night of Tuesday, July 22, 2025, in the Togbin Fandji neighborhood, in the municipality of Abomey-Calavi. The building, which was supposed… -
Benin: Opposition calls for dialogue and national reconciliation as August 1st approaches
The Consultation Framework of Opposition Political Forces hosted a press conference on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, in Cotonou, highlighting its deep concerns about the current governance of the… -
In Benin, the silent standoff between the UPR and the BR in the face of the 2026 general elections
As Patrice Talon prepares to leave office at the end of his second term, the Beninese presidential movement is organizing to designate its candidate for the 2026 presidential… -
Benin: Haunted by the spirit of his deceased brother, a farmer turns himself in to the police
A strange event has shaken the community of Pabégou, in the municipality of Copargo, northwestern Benin. An farmer voluntarily turned himself in to the police to confess that… -
Houndégnon Case: CRIET maintains detention of former DGPN
Louis-Philippe Houndégnon will remain in detention. The appeal chamber of the Court for the Repression of Economic Offenses and Terrorism (CRIET) rejected, on Monday, July 21, 2025, the… -
Appointment at the head of the SBEE: government justifies the choice of an Ivorian
The appointment of Ivorian Hippolyte Ebagnitchie as the head of the Beninese Electric Energy Company (SBEE) continues to stir reactions. In response to inquiries, the government spokesman, Wilfried… -
Benin: the national bachelor’s degree exam will take place on August 18th
The written exams of the national undergraduate exam, sole session of 2025, will take place from Monday, August 18th to Saturday, September 13th throughout the national territory. The… -
Benin: A family man shot dead in a health center in N’Dali by a security agent
A tragic incident occurred on the night of Friday, July 18 to Saturday, July 19, 2025, in N’Dali, northern Benin. A family man, identified by the initials K.Y.,… -
Benin: official logo for the 65th independence anniversary unveiled
Benin celebrates, on August 1, 2025, the 65th anniversary of its accession to national sovereignty. Ahead of the festivities, the Presidency of the Republic has released the official… -
Cyberbullying and digital fraud: a young slam poet stands before the CRIET
A young man, presenting himself as a slam poet and writer, appeared this Monday before the Court for the Repression of Economic Crimes and Terrorism (CRIET). He is… -
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Burglary in Hêvié Houinmin: two suspects arrested, one fence on the run
A burglary that occurred on Friday, July 18, 2025, in the locality of Hêvié Houinmin led to the arrest of two individuals and the initiation of a broad… -
Benin: Official presentation of 1785 new recruits of the Republican Police
At the Bembèrèkè Military Training Center, 1785 young Beninese, including 109 girls, were officially presented to the flag this Tuesday, July 22, 2025. Under the presidency of the… -
A gas station attendant accused of diverting nearly 7000 liters of Diesel fuel
An employee of a fuel distribution company appeared in court, accused of embezzling over 7,000 liters of Diesel and Gasoline, equating to over 6 million FCFA. At the… -
End of reign in Benin: letters of gratitude and calls for another term pour into the presidency according to Wilfried Houngbédji
In a recent media outing, the government spokesperson, Wilfried Léandre Houngbédji, revealed a lesser-known aspect of the relationship between the president of the Republic and certain citizens. Numerous… -
Embezzlement at DEI: eight-year prison sentence for a police officer, complicit couple given suspended sentence
An eight-year sentence of criminal imprisonment and a fine of ten million CFA francs: that’s the punishment handed down to a police officer found guilty of diversion of… -
Benin – Criet: a bank client prosecuted for fraudulent withdrawal of 12 million FCFA
A man appeared on Monday, July 21, 2025, in front of the Court for the Repression of Economic Crimes and Terrorism (CRIET) for a banking fraud case. He… -
Benin – August 1st Parade: Talon invites two members of the Sahel Alliance
President Patrice Talon invites two member countries of the Sahel States Alliance (SSA) to participate in the celebrations of the 65th anniversary of Benin’s independence. A gesture that,… -
Celtiis Open Day: Media uncovers the technological backstage of the premier global operator
À travers le programme exclusif baptisé « Celtiis Open Day Médias », la Société béninoise d’infrastructures numériques (SBIN) a convié les professionnels des médias à une immersion totale… -
Audit of the electoral file: Jean-Baptiste Elias’s response to Michel Alokpo’s accusations
In a much-anticipated appearance this Sunday, July 20, 2025, on ESAE TV, Jean-Baptiste Elias, President of the Steering Committee (Copil) for the electoral file audit, responded point by… -
SBEE: Hippolyte Ebagnitchie officially takes over from André-Marie Kaczmarek
The Beninese Electric Power Company (SBEE) is embarking on a new phase in its history. On Friday, July 18, 2025, a transition ceremony was held at the headquarters’… -
Extradition of the journalist Hugues Sossoukpè: the version of the Beninese government
The Beninese government has responded to criticisms sparked by the arrest and extradition of journalist Hugues Comlan Sossoukpè from Côte d’Ivoire. Invited this Sunday, July 20, 2025 on… -
Benin: the government responds to the arrest of journalist Comlan Hugues Sossoukpè
Apprehended in Abidjan and extradited to Benin, Comlan Hugues Sossoukpè, the promoter of the online media outlet Olofofo, is accused of several serious offenses. The government spokesperson, Wilfried…