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West Africa is a land region covering the entire western part of sub-Saharan Africa. It roughly includes the coastal countries north of the Gulf of Guinea up to the Senegal River, the countries within the Niger River basin, as well as the countries in the Sahelian hinterland.
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Benin – Praouda Death Case: TikToker Alain Kenneth Testifies in Court
In Benin, following the death of the artist Praouda on December 26, 2024, in Cotonou, TikToker Alain Kenneth Adjadohoun, accused of implicating the deceased’s wife in the drama… -
Benin: José Tonato, new head of the Ministry of Energy
A technical adjustment has just been made within the Beninese executive, following a consultation with the office of the National Assembly and in accordance with the constitutional provisions… -
Benin: The National Assembly asked to ratify the replacement of a government member
A change of direction is shaping up within the Benin government. The office of the National Assembly is said to have given its green light this Thursday, June… -
Steve Amoussou Case: a double appeal revives the procedure before the CRIET
Sentenced on June 2, 2025, to two years in prison and fined two million CFA francs, Beninese cyber-activist Steve Amoussou might be facing legal proceedings again. The Court… -
Abuse of power: a former agent of the Benin Post Office faces 7 years in prison
The Court for the Suppression of Economic Crimes and Terrorism (Criet) has requested a sentence of seven years’ imprisonment against a former contract worker of the Post of… -
MOELE-Benin: Ulrich Dehou leaves Jacques Ayadji’s party
A noticeable departure within the Movement of Committed Elites for the Emancipation of Benin (MOELE-Benin). Ulrich K.M. Dehou, until now the deputy director of protocol and national coordinator… -
Money transport: 4 agents prosecuted for a deficit of 10 million FCFA observed…
The Court of First Instance in Cotonou opened a hearing on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, concerning the disappearance of ten million CFA francs during a money transport operation… -
Zè: a newborn found alive at the bottom of a 33 feet deep toilet
A chilling yet miraculous scene unfolded in Adohounsa, a village in the commune of Zè, in the Atlantic Department. On Tuesday, June 24, 2025, a baby was found… -
Benin – Presidential Election 2026: Bertin Koovi Displays His Ambitions and Invokes Divine Will
The president of the “Talon Continue” Dynamic and active member of the Republican Bloc, Bertin Koovi, held a public press conference on Wednesday, June 25, 2025 in Cotonou.… -
Benin: here is the date of the first deliberation of the BEPC session for June 2025
After the written exams of the Junior High School Certificate (BEPC), which took place from June 10 to 12, 2025 across the entire national territory, it is now… -
“I urge you to convene a national assembly,” Nadine Okoumassoun writes to Patrice Talon
Nadine Okoumassoun, a political activist and member of the Democratic party, sent a letter to President Patrice Talon on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, asking him to initiate national… -
Benin: ban on precarious constructions on the coast between Cotonou and Ouidah
The Beninese government has made a decision regarding coastal development. By presidential decree dated April 16, 2026, the state strictly prohibits any construction with precarious materials on the… -
Benin: Three new judges take office at the Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of Benin is bolstering its staff. Three new members officially took office on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, within the highest administrative jurisdiction. These are Cosme… -
Death of Sonia Agbantou: Autopsy results confirm a natural death
The circumstances surrounding the death of Sonia Agbantou, a life coach, presenter, and rising figure in Benin’s digital media, has now been revealed. The autopsy results, made public… -
Benin: Salomon Odjo, Administrative Secretary of the FCBE party, passes away
Salomon Odjo, former Deputy Director of Infosec. and Administrative Secretary of the Force Cauris for an Emerging Benin (FCBE) party, passed away on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, following… -
Benin: 26 accident cases recorded in one day
In Benin, on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, emergency services recorded 26 accidents across the entire national territory. This is a worrying increase from the previous day, leading to… -
Porto-Novo: an infant found dead in a trash bin in Djrado
In a horrifying find, the residents of the Djrado district in Porto-Novo were shaken on the evening of Tuesday, June 24, 2025. The lifeless body of an infant… -
Benin: A driver prosecuted for stealing fuel intended for delivery
A truck driver was caught in the middle of a delivery mission, siphoning off diesel fuel intended for sale. The incident occurred while he was waiting for loading… -
Towards a FCBE–presidential movement alliance? Aboubakar Yaya rules nothing out
Former Minister Aboubakar Yaya, a leading figure in the party Force Cauris for an Emerging Benin (FCBE), does not rule out the possibility of a political rapprochement between… -
Endless engagement: MP Armand Gansè sparks unprecedented debate
The Beninese deputy Armand Gansè sparked a lively debate when he brought up, on his Facebook page this Tuesday, June 24, 2025, a legislative initiative to regulate the… -
Cotonou: A Malian national tried for fraudulent possession of an Equatorial Guinean passport
Stopped at Cotonou’s airport while attempting to enter Beninese territory with an Equatorial Guinean passport under the name Miguel, a man of Malian origin appeared in court on… -
“I don’t know but I’m asking you… pray for me,” Sonia Agbantou’s request to Dah Adagboto.
Sonia Annick Agbantou, a presenter and pioneer of vlogging in Benin, passed away on Monday, June 23, 2025, in France following a heart attack, leaving behind a grieving… -
Benin: two children drown in Kalalé
The town of Kalalé, in the Borgou department, is in mourning. Two children aged 5 and 9 tragically lost their lives to drowning on Sunday, June 22, 2025,… -
Benin: Léandre Houngbédji clarifies his political commitment and indicates his party
The Deputy Secretary General of the Beninese government and executive spokesperson, Wilfried Léandre Houngbédji, has officially revealed his political affiliation. During a recent public appearance, he confirmed his… -
Do you let your dog lick your plate? Here’s why it’s risky for your health
A video from French virologist Océane Sorel, posted on Instagram in April 2025, warns dog owners about a daily habit of letting their pet lick dirty dishes. Through… -
Benin: Temporary disruption of traffic on Marina Boulevard
As the festivities marking the 65th anniversary of Benin’s independence approach, adjustments will be made to the traffic on one of the most frequented routes in Cotonou. Starting… -
Benin: 6 students admitted out of 2,482 in first year law at the University of Parakou
Out of a total of 2,482 students enrolled in the first year of law at the University of Parakou, only six were admitted in the first session of… -
Benin: Young student found dead hanging in Zogbadjè
A tragic scene shook the district of Zogbadjè, in the town of Abomey-Calavi, on the morning of this Tuesday, June 24, 2025. The lifeless body of a young… -
Nourou Dine Saka Saley reflects on his exclusion from the 2023 legislative elections: “It was the party that withdrew my name”
Appearing on the “Sunday Interview” show on Eden TV, lawyer and opposition figure Nourou Dine Saka Saley shed light on a thus far little-discussed episode: his notable absence… -
Benin: we know a little more about the cause of Sonia Agbantou’s death
We know a bit more about the death of the micro virtuoso, Sonia Agbantou. According to the latest information, she died from a heart attack on the night…