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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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Flowering of Benin’s Cities: The First Phase Launched
In a clear effort to make the cities of Benin more beautiful, greener, and more livable, the Beninese government officially launched the first phase of the “Greening Benin’s… -
Benin: the opposition trades the ANIP over the electoral list
In the momentum of preparations for the 2026 general elections, the Framework for Consultation of Opposition Political Parties is intensifying its efforts. On Friday, June 13, 2025, a… -
2026 General Elections in Benin: What the CENA and Political Parties Discussed This Friday
The president of the Independent National Electoral Commission (CENA) conducted an informational session on Friday, June 13, 2025, for representatives of political parties. The focus was on the… -
UP-PRD Crisis: The Republican Bloc Proposes a Political Solution
The leading political party in Benin in terms of elected officials is going through turbulent times. An internal crisis threatens not only its cohesion, but also its legal… -
Benin – National Assembly: Democrats bring back a bill proposal to the table
The parliamentary group Les Démocrates is bringing back to the table its bill on amnesty, aimed at granting judicial pardon to certain political figures facing prosecution or who… -
Benin – Recruitment of 172 Agents for the Benefit of the MEF: Deadline for Submitting Applications Extended
The Ministry of Labor and Public Service announced on Friday, June 13, 2025, an exceptional extension of the deadline for submitting applications for the recruitment competition of 172… -
Women’s AFCON 2025: with a Beninese referee, the list of selected referees
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has released the list of officials selected for the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, which will be held in Morocco from… -
Benin: 3 people killed in a road accident in Adjohoun
A road tragedy has plunged the town of Adjohoun into mourning this Thursday, June 12, 2025. On the Sissèkpa road, notoriously known for its danger, a ten-wheel truck,… -
Diplomacy: Joseph Ahanhanzo officially takes office as Benin’s ambassador to Morocco
The new ambassador of Benin to Morocco, Joseph Ahanhanzo, began his diplomatic mission on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, by presenting copies of his credentials to the Moroccan Minister… -
Benin: Mayor Kassa Wimbo’s call to action as his youth drown in alcohol
The commune of Matéri, in the Atacora department, is experiencing a worrying social crisis: alcoholism is dangerously gaining ground among young people. The mayor, Robert Kassa Wimbo, visibly… -
Benin: A military position targeted by an armed attack in Kalalé
During the night of Wednesday, June 11 to Thursday, June 12, a Beninese military position bordering Nigeria and located in the Commune of Kalalé was targeted in an… -
Benin: Two electric cable thieves heavily sentenced by the CRIET
Two individuals were sentenced to seven years in prison by the Court for the Suppression of Economic Crimes and Terrorism (CRIET) on Thursday, June 12, 2025. They were… -
Benin: a grave desecrator arrested with 4 human skulls in Godomey
A man was arrested this Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at the PK 14 cemetery in Godomey while he was engaging in acts of grave desecration. According to information… -
Benin: a motorcycle taxi driver robbed in Womey, one of the attackers arrested
On the evening of Wednesday, June 11, 2025, a motorcycle taxi driver was the victim of a violent attack in Womey, in the Godomey district, Abomey-Calavi commune. According… -
Senegal: Sophie Gladima implicated in the management of the Covid-19 fund
Former Senegalese Minister of Mines, Sophie Gladima, is at the center of a judicial investigation into a possible embezzlement of public funds in the management of the Force… -
Benin: The lifeless body of a police officer discovered in Kandi, investigation ongoing
A macabre discovery plunged the city of Kandi, in the Alibori department, into consternation on the morning of Wednesday, June 11, 2025. The lifeless body of a Republican… -
50 years of ECOWAS: between celebration and questioning, Benin raises its voice
Gathered on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Lagos (Nigeria), the leaders of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) marked the fiftieth anniversary of the regional organization… -
Benin: The Beninese Parliament Approves 12 International Agreements for the Development of Key Sectors
Gathered in plenary session this Wednesday at the Palais des Gouverneurs, the deputies of the National Assembly approved twelve international loan agreements. These agreements, negotiated by the government,… -
Mercato: a Ligue 2 club goes after Steve Mounié
Struggling in Augsburg, Steve Mounié might find a new opportunity at AS Saint-Etienne as the French Ligue 2 club has started negotiations to acquire the Beninese striker. Less… -
Benin – Drinking water: The government initiates studies to improve supply in several cities
Faced with the growing challenges of access to drinking water in several cities in the southwest of Benin, the government has approved the detailed preliminary project studies as… -
“Bénin 2060 Alafia”: the country’s development vision project submitted to the National Assembly
The Beninese government has officially submitted to the National Assembly the draft law for the adoption of the national development vision for 2060, called “BENIN 2060 ALAFIA, a… -
Benin: Report of the Council of Ministers on Wednesday, June 11
I- Normative Measures. Transmission to the National Assembly, for examination and vote, of the bill adopting the national development vision for 2060 in the Republic of Benin. This… -
Benin: Major decisions from the Council of Ministers this Wednesday, June 11
Gathered this Wednesday, June 11, 2025, in a council of ministers in the presence of the Head of State, SEM Patrice Talon, the government of rupture reviewed several… -
Benin: One person killed in an accident in Allada, the perpetrator sought by the police
The roads of Benin continue to be the scene of a worrying series of accidents. On Tuesday, June 10, a new tragedy occurred in Allada, claiming the life… -
Benin: a police operation in Agblangandan led to the recovery of stolen motorcycles
A recent intervention by the law enforcement from the Agblangandan police station led to the recovery of two stolen motorcycles, following precise information that resulted in locating a… -
Togo: la France veut-elle renverser Faure Gnassingbé ?
Il faut que nous tirions tous notre chapeau au maître incontesté du Togo, Faure Gnassingbé. Il n’y a pas à dire, il est très fort. En effet, non… -
Bénin: des dizaines de motos saisies pour défaut d’immatriculation à Cotonou
La police républicaine a mené une opération de contrôle ciblant les motos non immatriculées le mardi 17 juin 2025 à Cotonou au carrefour Fidjrossè. Une opération de contrôle… -
Bénin: brisées mais debout, ces survivantes de VBG refusent de se taire
Mariage forcé, violences conjugales, harcèlement sexuel… Trois femmes brisent le silence sur les violences qu’elles ont subies. À travers leurs récits, un même cri : celui de la… -
Royal Ascot 2025: Kate Middleton annule sa venue à la dernière minute pour raisons de santé
Kate Middleton, princesse de Galles a annulé sa participation au Royal Ascot. le mardi 17 juin 2025, jour du lancement de l’événement à Ascot, dans le Berkshire, Royaume-Uni.… -
Incroyable mais vrai: A 8 ans, il décroche son BPC avec 240 points
Le jeune Chanda, 8 ans à peine a réussi brillamment son Brevet d’Études du Premier Cycle (BEPC), avec un total impressionnant de 240 points en Côte d’Ivoire. «…