Country: Benin
Benin is a French-speaking country in West Africa. It is the cradle of the Vodou religion, but also the territory of the former Kingdom of Dahomey (c. 1600–1900). In Abomey, the former capital of Dahomey, the historical museum occupies two royal palaces adorned with bas-reliefs tracing the history of the kingdom and a throne mounted on human skulls. In the north, Pendjari National Park offers safaris to see elephants, hippos, and lions.
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Cycling – Tour of Benin 2026: Assal Nadji wins the sprint, Algeria in command on the second stage.
On a lively stage between N’Dali and Tchaourou, the Tour of Benin has once again smiled on Algeria. Assal Nadji proved the fastest in the final sprint, at… -
Read or listen: Bénin Web TV launches a new user experience
Starting today, Benin Web TV offers you a new experience in consuming information with the launch of an audio feature that lets you listen to articles published on… -
Hugues Sossoukpè case: RSF files a complaint against Benin and RCI
Reporters Without Borders demands the immediate release of Hugues Comlan Sossoukpè and Ali Moumouni, who have been detained for nearly nine months in Benin. In a publication on… -
Bertin Nahum in Benin: an immersion at the heart of innovation and the talents of tomorrow
During a visit to Benin from April 20 to 27, 2026, Bertin Nahum, a global figure in medical robotics, is meeting with public, scientific, and digital sector stakeholders.… -
Benin: Moov Africa launches 5G and reveals its digital ambitions.
Porté par des investissements massifs et une ambition affirmée, Moov Africa Bénin lance officiellement la 5G et entend accélérer la transformation numérique du Bénin. Entre démonstrations immersives, offres… -
Cycling – Tour of Benin 2026: route, stages, participating countries
At a press conference this Thursday, the president of the Benin Cycling Federation, Romuald Hazoumè, presented the broad outlines of the 2026 Tour of Benin. An edition that… -
Benin: Pierre de Gaëtan Njikam announces the launch of the Pierre Castel Prize 2026
For its first participation, Benin makes a strong showing by hosting the final of the Pierre Castel Prize 2026. With nearly 23 million CFA francs at stake and… -
Human rights: Amnesty International warns of a ‘worrying’ setback in Benin and around the world
Amnesty International Benin faced the press this Tuesday at the Benin Royal Hotel. And the NGO proceeded with the launch of the report on the state of human… -
Seven-year term 2026-2033: GERDDES Africa invites Wadagni to work for the welfare of all
The Group for Studies and Research for Democracy and Economic and Social Development in Africa (GERDDES Afrique) extended its congratulations to Romuald Wadagni following his victory in the… -
Conspiracy against the security of the state: Agbaza and his wife plead not guilty before the CRIET
Charged with conspiracy against state security and cybercrime, Agbaza, whose real name is ADEH Semêvo Jude Angeles, appeared alongside his wife before the CRIET. Both defendants formally rejected… -
Natitingou: the town hall regulates tricycle traffic to strengthen road safety
The Natitingou City Hall has announced new measures to regulate the circulation of tricycles, in a move aimed at improving road safety in the city. This decision follows… -
Benin: Pascal Tigri replaced as head of the National Guard’s Special Forces Group.
As part of the reorganization of responsibilities within the Benin Armed Forces, a new command decision was issued in April. Pascal Tigri, the fugitive lieutenant colonel currently sought… -
Collapse at Koussigou Mountain: an official mission dispatched to the scene of the tragedy.
An official mission has been dispatched to Koussigou Montagne, a locality in Tanguieta and its surroundings, to assess the collapse of an artisanal gold mining gallery that resulted… -
Crisis within Les Démocrates: the two dissident factions face the courts this Tuesday.
The internal dispute within the party Les Démocrates will be examined today, Tuesday, 14 April at 4:00 PM before the Court of First Instance of Cotonou. The plaintiff… -
Benin – Ligue 1: Coton FC widens the gap, Loto-Popo FC rolls on, the 25th matchday roundup
The 25th matchday of Benin’s Ligue 1 confirmed Coton FC’s dominance, while Loto-Popo FC and ASPAC FC put in commanding performances. The 25th matchday of Benin’s Ligue 1… -
Benin: Romuald Wadagni’s first words after the Cena results
On the day after the proclamation of the major trends of the presidential election of April 12, 2026 by the National Autonomous Electoral Commission (CENA), Romuald Wadagni publicly… -
Cowpea, between the agroecological transition and gender justice
Négligé et parfois considéré comme une céréale des pauvres selon des spécialistes de la sélection des céréales, le niébé (haricot) , une légumineuse à graines, contribue à la… -
Wadagni at 94%: CeRow claims a decisive mobilization and record turnout.
The day after the announcement of the major trends by the National Autonomous Electoral Commission (Cena), crediting the duo Romuald Wadagni – Mariam Chabi Talata with more than… -
Presidential election in Benin: Wadagni wins by a landslide (94.05%) with a turnout of 58.75% (CENA).
The Autonomous National Electoral Commission (CENA) proclaimed, on Monday, April 13, 2026 in Cotonou, the provisional results of the presidential election held the day before across the entire… -
CAN Scolaire 2026: Benin eliminates Morocco and takes bronze
Victorious over Morocco (1-0) in the placement match, Benin clinches third place at the African School Football Championship and earns its first medal in the competition. This time,… -
School CAN 2026: Benin fails again in the semi-final.
Benin’s U15 school team, held by Uganda, saw their dream of reaching the final blown away in a penalty shootout at the African Championship of School Football. Benin’s… -
2026 Benin presidential election: ECOWAS observation mission holds talks with CENA
A few days before the presidential election scheduled for April 12, 2026, an election observation mission of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) held a series… -
Pro-Wadagni unions: Anselme Amoussou sternly rebukes the critics
In Benin, the controversy has been mounting since five major trade union centers and confederations decided to back Romuald Wadagni. For some commentators, this stance would be a… -
“We don’t cling to power forever; I’m proud to pass the baton,” Patrice Talon
A few more weeks and the current head of state, President Patrice Talon, will hand over the baton to his successor. That’s at least what he told the… -
Benin: at Abomey-Calavi’s First Instance Court, two millers convicted of electricity theft.
At the Court of First Instance in Abomey-Calavi, two mill operators were sentenced to a 12-month prison term suspended for illicitly using electricity belonging to the Beninese Electricity… -
Benin: after the controversy surrounding House of Challenge, Keith Sonon announces legal action
In Cotonou, chef Keith Sonon put an end to several days of public speculation on Tuesday, April 7, by reacting to the criticisms aimed at her regarding her… -
Recruitment exam scam: a teacher sentenced to 12 months’ imprisonment.
The Abomey-Calavi court has rendered its decision in a fraud case involving a teacher charged with promising fraudulent assistance to gain admission to a recruitment examination. The court… -
2026 presidential election: the BUS wave sweeps through Godomey for Wadagni’s coronation
In the 2026 presidential race, the BUS platform intensified on Tuesday its tour in Godomey to carry high the colors of the Wadagni-Talata duo. Across five sites visited,… -
April 2026 FIFA window: the Amazones squad for matches against Tunisia and the Comoros.
Balancing the integration of young talents with the presence of experienced players, Benin approaches its April FIFA international window with ambition, aiming to prepare for the upcoming fixtures.… -
CAFS U15: Benin clinches its place in the semi-finals
Held by Tanzania at the end of a dramatic match, the School Leopards secure their place in the final four thanks to an equalizer in the dying seconds.…