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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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April 12, 2026 presidential election: polling stations for the Beninese diaspora.
The Autonomous National Electoral Commission has published the official list of polling centers outside the territory for the presidential election on April 12, 2026. The aim is to… -
2026 presidential election: Romuald Wadagni’s policy platform praised for its tone of openness
The candidate of the presidential camp and the head of state’s heir apparent, Romuald Wadagni, unveiled, on Saturday, March 21, 2026, the broad outlines of his plan for… -
Benin: a new date for the LD party’s national council meeting
Originally announced for Saturday, March 21, the Les Démocrates party’s National Council will finally be held on Sunday, March 22, 2026 at 10:00 in Cotonou. The postponement is… -
The Democrats in the National Council on March 21 to decide on backing the presidential bid.
Barred from running in the presidential election on April 12, 2026, the party Les Démocrates grants itself a final window to decide. Gathered on March 13 in Cotonou,… -
« I’m not in a hurry », Asake on his love life
A self-confessed bachelor, Asake says he wants to take his time before starting a family. Between faith, patience, and his career, the Nigerian star says he is waiting… -
Atlético: Diego Simeone hails Lookman despite defeat to Real
Having scored against Real Madrid, Ademola Lookman has made his mark, as Atlético Madrid were beaten 3-2. In the mixed zone, his coach Diego Simeone praised his progression,… -
Benin Ligue 1: Coton FC retains its throne, Buffles on the prowl, the 21st matchday roundup
Few goals, but plenty of suspense. The 21st matchday of Benin’s Ligue 1 for the 2025-2026 season confirmed the league’s intensity, with several draws and the gaps at… -
Benin: Daniel Edah officially launches the creation of his party « Nous le Ferons ».
A new political formation will soon enter the national scene. In a solemn statement made public this Sunday, March 22, 2026, the Beninese political figure Daniel Edah announced… -
Benin: The Les Démocrates party’s Ordinary National Council opens this Sunday.
Just a few weeks before the presidential election on April 12, 2026, the opposition party Les Démocrates holds this Sunday, March 22, in Cotonou, an ordinary session of… -
REJED-Bénin – 2026 Presidential Election: large mobilization of support in Sè for the Wadagni-Talata duo
A few weeks before the presidential election on 12 April 2026, Beninese young entrepreneurs and the diaspora demonstrated, on 14 March, an unprecedented mobilization in Sè, in the… -
“A world-class player,” Raúl García extols Lookman ahead of the Real Madrid–Atlético derby.
Having arrived this winter, Ademola Lookman has quickly established himself as a key figure at Atlético Madrid, to the point of winning Raúl García over, who sees in… -
Morelle Alliance for Humanity: a new identity to broaden solidarity efforts
The humanitarian organization Morelle reaches a milestone by becoming Morelle Alliance for Humanity, with the ambition to broaden its actions and strengthen its impact on vulnerable populations, in… -
March 2026 FIFA matchday: Benin will finally face Guinea and Liberia.
Benin revises its schedule for the March FIFA dates, with a new opponent and a notable absence in its ranks. Initially slated to face Palestine and Guinea, the… -
Conspiracy accusations against Niger: response from Benin’s Chief of Staff
In response to persistent accusations alleging a supposed plot hatched by Benin with France to destabilize its neighbors, notably Niger, the Chief of the General Staff of the… -
Municipal elections 2026: The Supreme Court wraps up 211 appeals in five weeks, a historic record.
In a little over a month, the electoral court has cleared the entire backlog arising from the municipal elections of January 11, 2026. An unprecedented achievement that stabilizes… -
Champions League: Ademola Lookman expects a ‘special’ clash against Barça.
Ahead of the UEFA Champions League quarterfinal, Ademola Lookman is already looking ahead to a high-intensity duel against FC Barcelona. The tension is mounting as the quarterfinals approach.… -
AFCON 2025: Senegal refuses to return the trophy after CAF’s decision.
Stripped of its title on a forfeit in favor of Morocco, Senegal strongly contests the decision of the Confederation of African Football and refuses to return the trophy.… -
Abomey-Calavi: Nathanaël Koty met with the special prosecutor of the Criet to strengthen the fight against land grabbing.
In Abomey-Calavi, the mayor Nathanaël Koty visited the special prosecutor of the Court for the Repression of Economic Offences and Terrorism (Criet) on Friday, March 13, 2026, as… -
Cooperation: Benin’s new request to escort Nigerien military equipment
A unit of the Benin Armed Forces escorted, on Thursday, March 5, 2026, a convoy of Nigerien military equipment bound for Niger, at the request of Niamey’s authorities,… -
Clashes between police and residents in Bassila: one dead and several injured
An outbreak of unrest broke out in the night of Monday, March 16, 2026 in Manigri, a locality in the Bassila commune, in the Donga department. Clashes pitted… -
Resumption of hospital activities: medical trainees lift the suspension after meeting with Talon
The suspension of hospital internships observed in recent days by health science students in Benin has been lifted. This decision comes after a meeting on March 16, 2026,… -
CNSS–FNRB pensions: Benin introduces a single payment starting March 20.
The Benin government is launching a reform in the payment of pensions for retirees affiliated with the National Social Security Fund and the National Retirement Fund of Benin.… -
CCO Failure: Antoine Guedou Vissétogbé Explains the Causes.
The former spokesperson for the opposition’s coordination framework, Antoine Guedou Vissétogbé, has offered his analysis of the reasons behind the failure of this political initiative intended to unite… -
Hospital internships suspended in Benin: Talon meets with healthcare professionals in training.
The President of the Republic, Patrice Talon, received in Cotonou on Monday, March 16, 2026, health professionals in training as part of discussions on the suspension of hospital… -
Benin’s financial administration: Wadagni strengthens oversight of public procurement
Benin is stepping up the pace. By a ministerial decree signed on March 11, 2026, Romuald Wadagni, the Minister of State in charge of the Economy and Finance,… -
2026 presidential election: Sacca Fikara, an opposition figure, joins Wadagni’s camp.
Just a few weeks before the presidential election scheduled for April 12, 2026, a notable political defection has been recorded in Benin’s political landscape. Sacca Fikara, a senior… -
CAF withdraws AFCON 2025 from Senegal: Sadio Mané denounces an ‘unjust’ decision.
The Senegalese forward, Sadio Mané, reacted strongly after the title was withdrawn from Senegal in favor of Morocco, pointing to abuses that, in his view, threaten the integrity… -
Ivory Coast: Emerse Faé’s list for the March rally
Less than three months before the 2026 World Cup, Ivory Coast head coach Emerse Faé has unveiled a list of 25 players to face South Korea and Scotland… -
FIFA Day March 2026: Nigeria’s squad for matches against Iran and Jordan.
The Nigeria head coach, Eric Chelle, has unveiled the list of players selected for the upcoming international break. The Super Eagles will face Iran and Jordan during this… -
“They’ve got Osimhen; he wins matches on his own,” Steve Nicol warns Liverpool ahead of the clash with Galatasaray.
The former Reds legend, Steve Nicol, refuses to make his former club an obvious favorite against Galatasaray and highlights the potential impact of Victor Osimhen ahead of the…