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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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Tensions in the UEMOA: Ivory Coast opposes a Burkinabe presidency
A new dispute has arisen between Ivory Coast and Burkina Faso. This time, the disagreement is taking place within the West African Economic and Monetary Union (WAEMU). According… -
Crisis in Togo: When ECOWAS is Walking on Eggshells
In the face of the rising anger against the ruling power in Togo, ECOWAS, the sub-regional organization, finally spoke out, but with a caution that leaves many Togolese… -
Benin: the BAC 2025 results will be available this week
The results of the first deliberation of the 2025 baccalaureate will be known this Wednesday, July 9. Candidates, parents and teachers are eagerly waiting as the supplementary exams… -
3 things to know about Comlan Hugues Sossoukpè, Beninese journalist and activist
In recent years, Comlan Hugues Sossoukpè has emerged as one of the most critical and engaged voices in the Beninese media landscape. As a citizen journalist, human rights… -
BAC 2025 in Benin: Official launch held this Monday at Lycée Mathieu Bouké in Parakou
The 2025 session of the Baccalaureate examination officially started this Monday, June 16, at 8:00 am, at the Lycée Mathieu Bouké examination center in Parakou, located in the… -
PRD-UP merger case: MISP’s responsibility called into question, Houngbédji is within his rights
The controversy regarding the legal existence of the Parti du renouveau démocratique (PRD) following its merger with the Union progressiste (UP) continues to stir political debate in Benin.… -
Benin – Debate over the Amnesty Law: Parliamentary Majority Reacts to the Reopening of the Case
The debate over a possible amnesty law for opposition figures, including Joël Aïvo and Reckya Madougou, has resurfaced in Benin. Invited this Sunday, June 15, 2025, on Eden… -
Benin – BAC 2025: Strong Increase in Female Participation
Just hours ahead of the start of the written examinations for the 2025 baccalauréat, the Minister of Higher Education addressed candidates and all stakeholders in education. In a… -
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…