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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: up to 10 billion FCFA fines for polluters under the new environmental law
The National Assembly adopted, on Monday, July 13, 2026, law No. 2026-15 concerning the environment. The text, voted unanimously by the deputies present and represented, modernizes the Beninese… -
Senegal: Sonko threatens to bring down the government “as many times as necessary.”
In Senegal, the President of the National Assembly Ousmane Sonko has threatened to bring down the government with motions of censure, “as many times as necessary,” accusing the… -
Benin: seven teachers risk being dismissed for irregular absence
In Benin, seven primary school teachers are at risk of being dismissed for irregular absence from their posts. Their cases were reviewed last week by the joint administrative… -
Nigeria: a young woman dies after refusing an arranged marriage.
In Katsina State, in northern Nigeria, a young woman has died following a conflict with her family regarding her choice of partner, according to several local sources. The… -
Benin: a network of suspected robbers dismantled by the Agbanou police station in Allada
Following a robbery committed on Monday, July 5, at the Houdegbe building, the Agbanou police station carried out a successful operation on Saturday, July 11, 2026, in the… -
Justice in Benin: the trial of Commissioner Delcoz Kindjanhoundé postponed to August 17, 2026.
Initially scheduled to be held on Monday, July 13, 2026, before the Court for the Suppression of Economic Crimes and Terrorism (CRIET), the trial of police commissioner Delcoz… -
Ceremony at the Cana barracks: the 19th class of the ENO presented to the flag
The Cana barracks served as the setting for the solemn flag presentation ceremony of the officer-cadets of the 19th promotion of the National School of Officers (ENO). Presided… -
Case of Me Magloire Yansunnu: the lawyer sentenced to 7 years in prison by the CRIET
The Economic and Terrorism Offenses Court (CRIET) sentenced Me Magloire Yansunnu to seven years in prison and a fine of 28 million CFA francs on Monday, July 13,… -
National Orders of Benin: what changes in the law put forward by the Vice-President
The National Assembly of Benin unanimously adopted, on Friday, July 10, 2026, the amendment to Article 94 of the law creating the national orders of Benin. This bill,… -
Security in Benin: the Republican Police makes a major move in Sakété and Porto-Novo
The Republican Police is maintaining pressure against urban crime. Law enforcement conducted two major security operations on July 8 and 9, 2026, respectively in Sakété and Porto-Novo. These… -
Benin: the results of the justice auditors and clerk students competition published
The Ministry of Labor and Public Service has made public the results of the recruitment competition for 50 justice auditors and 50 trainee clerks for the Ministry of… -
Benin: ex officio member, Théodore Holo defines his mission within the Senate
Just a few days before the official installation of the Beninese Senate, Professor Théodore Holo clarified how he intends to carry out his mandate within the new upper… -
National Assembly: four cases reviewed and resolved by the deputies
Gathered in a plenary session on Friday, July 10, 2026, at the Palais des Gouverneurs in Porto-Novo, the deputies of the National Assembly adopted four major items on… -
Togo: a bill passed to create a Deposit and Consignment Fund
Togo is on the path to creating a Deposit and Consignment Fund. Meeting on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, in Lomé, the Council of Ministers adopted a bill concerning… -
Nigeria: the minimum salary for soldiers raised to 100,000 naira per month, which is 42,000 FCFA.
The Nigerian government has increased the monthly minimum salary for soldiers to 100,000 naira, up from 49,000 naira previously. The announcement was made by the Minister of Defense,… -
Putting the Céna on hold: Deputy Augustin Ahouanvoébla reassures about the future of the institution’s staff.
In response to the legitimate concerns raised by the announcement of the temporary suspension of the Autonomous National Electoral Commission (CENA), the initiator of the reform is taking… -
Senegal: rice imports suspended to support local production
The Senegalese government has decided to suspend, for a month, the issuance of Food Import Declarations for rice. This measure aims to facilitate the sale of local rice… -
Women’s U17 World Cup 2026 (Q): Nigeria eliminates Benin and secures its ticket for the final stage
The U17 Amazons’ journey ended in the third and final round of the U17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers for 2026. Defeated 5-3 by Nigeria on Saturday in Lomé,… -
Benin – France – Niger: Cotonou facing a delicate diplomatic arbitration
While West African mediation is still struggling to produce concrete results, Cotonou and Niamey are continuing discussions about reopening their shared border. Among the conditions mentioned by the… -
In Benin, how the Comlan Hugues Sossoukpè case is causing embarrassment for the justice system.
One year after his controversial arrest in Abidjan and his opaque transfer to Cotonou, the Beninese journalist Hugues Comlan Sossoukpè remains detained without trial in the civil prison… -
PIGIER Entrepreneurship Challenge 2026: six young talents awarded for their innovative projects in service of the development of Benin.
The second edition of the PIGIER Entrepreneurship Challenge (PECH) delivered its verdict this Friday, July 10, 2026, in Cotonou. After several months of training, coaching, and selection, six… -
Benin: the Céna provisionally abolished by the National Assembly
The Beninese deputies adopted, on Friday, July 10, 2026, a law that repeals the provisions of the Electoral Code relating to the Autonomous National Electoral Commission. The measure… -
Benin: the Céna temporarily abolished
The Beninese National Assembly adopted, on Friday, July 10, a law temporarily abolishing the National Autonomous Electoral Commission (Céna). This decision is motivated by the absence of electoral… -
Benin: 50 West African journalists call for the release of Hugues Comlan Sossoukpè
One year after the arrest of Hugues Comlan Sossoukpè in Côte d’Ivoire and his transfer to Benin, the mobilization around the Beninese journalist remains strong. Fifty West African… -
Benin: 13 new ambassadors present their letters of credence to Romuald Wadagni
Thirteen newly accredited ambassadors to Benin were received on Friday, July 10, 2026, at the Marina Palace by the President of the Republic, Romuald Wadagni. This ceremony marks… -
Benin: François Silibi enters parliament replacing Louis Vlavonou.
François Silibi officially joined the National Assembly on Friday, July 10, 2026. He succeeds Louis Vlavonou, who left his seat as a deputy after entering the Senate as… -
Benin: the CSTB calls on Romuald Wadagni regarding the absence of workers in the Economic and Social Council
The Benin Trade Union Confederation (CSTB) is calling on the President of the Republic, Romuald Wadagni, to review the composition of the new Economic and Social Council (CES).… -
Benin: Nicéphore Soglo will preside over the inaugural session of the Senate as the oldest member.
As the oldest member of the Senate, Nicéphore Soglo will lead the proceedings of the inaugural session of the Upper House, scheduled for Thursday, July 30, 2026. The… -
Benin: The Céna determines the appointment of village and urban neighborhood chiefs.
The National Autonomous Electoral Commission has finalized the allocation of localities in which the Progressive Union for Renewal and the Republican Bloc can designate village or neighborhood leaders.… -
Benin: the government announces strengthened controls against drivers who drive on the left
The Ministry of the Interior and Public Security has announced increased checks across the country against drivers who drive on the left. The delegated ministry to the President…