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West Africa
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: Paul Hounkpè defends FCBE’s political stance
Often criticized for its perceived closeness to the ruling regime, the Force Cauris pour un Bénin Émergent (FCBE) is determined to silence the skeptics and reassert itself as… -
No, the Northern Bypass of Cotonou has not been abandoned
That was the clear message delivered by José Didier Tonato, Benin’s Minister of Living Environment and Transport, during the televised program “PAG 2021–2026: accountability”. Amid growing doubts about… -
Benin: slow pace at the Ministry of Energy raises concern among investors
Since Samou Seïdou Adambi left the Ministry of Energy, Water and Mines in December, the administration has been running at a slower pace, raising growing concerns among investors… -
“Watching my mother suffer without being able to help her is my greatest pain,” says Claire Bahi
In an emotional interview with Média Prime, Ivorian singer Claire Bahi opened up about the painful loss of her mother, who she believes would still be alive today… -
Benin: Over 1,500 rape cases reported in the first quarter of 2025
Chimène Yédjénou, a legal officer at the Legal Affairs Unit of Benin’s National Institute for Women (INF), has raised alarm over the dramatic rise in sexual violence across… -
Patrice Talon, 365 days from the terminus
In accordance with the Constitution, Benin’s new president will be sworn in on May 24, 2026. This means that with less than a year to go until the… -
Cooperation: Bassirou Diomaye Faye on state visit to his counterpart Umaro Sissoco Embaló
Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye departed Dakar on Monday, May 26, 2025, for a two-day state visit to Guinea-Bissau at the invitation of his counterpart, President Umaro Sissoco… -
Benin: verdict in Steve Amoussou case postponed to next Monday
On Monday, May 26, 2025, Steve Amoussou—suspected of being the controversial commentator known as “Brother Hounvi”—once again appeared before the Court for the Repression of Economic Offenses and… -
Benin’s 2025 Baccalaureate: Practical exams begin Monday, May 26
Candidates for the 2025 Baccalaureate session in Benin now have the official schedule for their initial assessments. In a press release, the Directorate of the Baccalaureate Office (DOB)… -
CEP 2025 in Benin: 271,890 candidates expected
One week ahead of the official start of the 2025 session of the Primary School Certificate exam (Certificat d’Études Primaires, CEP), official figures have been released. A total… -
“I want to be proven wrong on live TV”: Jacques Ayadji stands firm and challenges his critics
Appearing on Canal 3 Bénin’s Sunday political talk show, Jacques Ayadji, ministerial adviser on infrastructure and president of the Moele-Bénin party, delivered a dense, often combative and always… -
“I kind of like the way he stops me from dancing in public,” says Ivorian singer Josey
Ivorian singer Josey has opened up about why her partner, former footballer Serey Dié, doesn’t want her dancing Mapouka in public. The popular artist recently addressed a question… -
“Workers’ morale is at its lowest,” says Anselme Amoussou
Speaking on the Sunday, May 25, 2025 edition of the “De vous à nous” program on Peace FM, Anselme Amoussou, Secretary General of CSA Bénin, painted a grim… -
“I want to be proven wrong on live TV”: Jacques Ayadji goes on the offensive
Appearing on Canal 3 Bénin’s flagship Sunday program, Jacques Ayadji, Minister-Counselor for Infrastructure and president of the Moele-Bénin party, delivered a candid, at times combative, and consistently strategic… -
2026: a united presidential majority or a silent storm brewing?
Officially, all is well within the ruling coalition. The allied political parties are said to be working “in close coordination,” guided by a unanimously acknowledged “coach”: President Patrice… -
“Never disrespect my daughter again…” — Camille Makosso puts Axel Merryl in his place
Ivorian pastor Camille Makosso has addressed Beninese comedian and singer Axel Merryl following a recent comment made about his daughter, Kimi Makosso. In a short video posted on… -
Benin: government responds to images of flooded modern markets
In response to viral images showing several modern markets submerged after heavy rains, the Beninese government has offered clarifications through its spokesperson, Léandre Houngbédji. According to him, the… -
Niger expels several Chinese nationals over violations of national laws
On May 25, 2025, Niger’s Minister of Petroleum issued a formal warning to China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) Niger Petroleum, demanding that its expatriate employees leave the country… -
Benin: Catholic Church calls for solidarity in response to rising cost of living
The Episcopal Conference of Benin (CEB) is sounding the alarm over the persistent poverty affecting a large portion of the population. At the conclusion of its 75th ordinary… -
Benin’s “Le Libéral” party: the investigation that led to the arrest of Richard Boni Ouorou
In Benin, an alleged corruption scandal is shaking the young political party Le Libéral. At its helm, Richard Boni Ouorou, a 49-year-old political scientist and entrepreneur who recently… -
Benin’s Interior Ministry rocked by corruption scandal over recognition of political party ‘Le Libéral’
Two senior officials from Benin’s Ministry of the Interior and Public Security (MISP) are at the center of a major corruption scandal linked to the administrative registration of… -
Ivory Coast: re-elected PDCI-RDA leader Tidjane Thiam thanks supporters for their trust
Following his re-election at the PDCI-RDA’s extraordinary congress, Tidjane Thiam expressed his gratitude to party members and supporters for their unwavering mobilization and commitment, which he described as… -
In Berlin, Mali delivers scathing critique of UN peacekeeping mission
On May 13, 2025, Mali’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Abdoulaye Diop, addressed the United Nations Ministerial Conference on Peacekeeping held in Berlin. In a stark… -
Ivory Coast – Tragic accident near Kanawolo: 4 dead and 60 injured, including 12 in critical condition
A devastating road accident occurred on the evening of Tuesday, May 13, 2025, around 9 p.m., just past the town of Kanawolo. According to preliminary reports from the… -
Ivory Coast: gospel singer sparks controversy with confession of sexual encounter in church
A shocking revelation on Ivorian television has caused a stir on social media after a gospel singer admitted to having had sexual relations inside a church. The confession… -
“I almost raised my hand at him”: Eudoxie Yao speaks out on breakup with Grand P
Ivorian influencer Eudoxie Yao has opened up about her split from Guinean artist Grand P, shedding light on the tensions that led to the end of their high-profile… -
Gambia: President Barrow calls emergency meeting over Yahya Jammeh asset sales
Gambian President Adama Barrow convened an emergency Cabinet meeting on Tuesday, May 13, to address the sale of assets confiscated from former president Yahya Jammeh. The move follows… -
Ibrahim Traoré rejects Africom accusations and defends Burkina Faso’s sovereignty
Burkina Faso’s president, Ibrahim Traoré, has strongly dismissed recent accusations made by U.S. General Michael Langley, head of U.S. Africa Command (Africom), who claimed before the U.S. Senate… -
Niger: tensions escalate between Orano and military regime after executive’s disappearance
Tensions between French mining giant Orano and Niger’s military-led transitional government have intensified following the alleged abduction of a senior company executive. In a statement released on Tuesday,… -
Niger: teacher strikes disrupt academic activities across the country
Educational activities in Niger have slowed significantly since Monday, May 12, 2025, due to strike actions led by teachers protesting their working and living conditions. Nearly thirty unions,…