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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: Martin Assogba successfully operated on in Turkey after 13 years with two bullets lodged in his body.
Thirteen years after being the victim of an assassination attempt on the night of December 9, 2013, Martin Vioutou Assogba, president of the NGO Alcrer (Association for the… -
Benin: the CNIN summons two TikTokers and their accomplices for sexual exhibition and obscene remarks during a live stream.
The National Center for Digital Investigations (CNIN) made a significant move in the world of social media by apprehending two TikTokers along with several of their accomplices. The… -
Transfer market: Galatasaray shuts the door on a departure for Victor Osimhen.
Despite the interest from Arsenal and Al-Hilal, Galatasaray does not intend to part ways with Victor Osimhen this summer. The Istanbul club firmly closed the door on the… -
Mauritanians suspected of terrorism in Mali released and repatriated
Tens of Mauritanians who were arrested in Mali while returning from Côte d’Ivoire were repatriated on Wednesday, August 12, to Néma, in the southeast of Mauritania. Their return… -
Mali: the military staff announces the release of 82 soldiers held by Jnim and FLA
The Malian military staff announced on August 13 the release of 82 soldiers held by the Support Group for Islam and Muslims (Jnim) and the Azawad Liberation Front… -
Senate of Benin: the President of the Federation Council of Russia, Valentina Matvienko, congratulates Talon.
The president of the Beninese Senate, Patrice Talon, received congratulations from Valentina Matvienko, president of the Federation Council of Russia, following his election to head the upper house… -
Benin: Nadine Okoumassoun leaves Les Démocrates and calls for political calm.
Nadine Okoumassoun announced her resignation from the opposition party Les Démocrates, which she joined in 2022 after her release from prison. Known for her critical stance on governance… -
Ivory Coast: at least seven dead in intercommunal violence related to a land dispute
Eighteen suspects have been charged and placed under detention following clashes between communities that occurred on August 4 in Kossandji, about sixty kilometers from Abidjan. The violence resulted… -
Benin: over 200 children involved in the second edition of the TRIOMPHE U13 tournament
The second edition of the TRIOMPHE U13 tournament started on Sunday, August 2, 2026, with over 200 children. Initiated by Angèle Adanlé and organized around football and actions… -
Mali: presidential pardon for Yann Vézilier, the DGSE agent sentenced to 20 years in prison
The Malian President Assimi Goïta is said to have granted a presidential pardon to the French national Yann Vézilier, who was sentenced in June 2026 to twenty years… -
Benin: the PAG 2026-2033 announced for the political return in September
The finalization of the Government Action Program (PAG) for the 2026-2033 seven-year term is coming soon. Its presentation is scheduled for the political return in September. According to… -
Cotonou: police raid in Missèkplé, 21 people arrested and significant quantities of Indian hemp seized
During a joint operation carried out on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, in the Missèkplé neighborhood (10th district of Cotonou), law enforcement apprehended 21 individuals, including three women, in… -
Tchaourou: imminent launch of the repressive phase against off-park loading starting August 17, 2026
Starting from Monday, August 17, 2026, the local and security authorities of the Tchaourou district will begin a strict crackdown on loading and unloading practices outside of authorized… -
Benin: withdrawal of the 2026 BAC certificates, the Office of the Baccalaureate specifies the schedule and selected sites.
By an official statement dated August 13, 2026, the Director General of the Baccalaureate Office informs the new graduates of the availability of their success certificates. The distribution… -
Patrice Talon at the head of the Senate: what will his relationships be like with Romuald Wadagni?
Elected President of the Senate on August 6, 2026, Patrice Talon now leads the upper chamber of Parliament, while Romuald Wadagni serves as President of the Republic. The… -
Ivory Coast: BGFIBank obtains IFACI quality certification for its Internal Audit Department
BGFIBank Côte d’Ivoire has obtained the IFACI Quality Certification for its Internal Audit Department. This distinction follows an assessment conducted according to the requirements of the Professional Framework… -
Guinea: a $425 million agreement reached with the IMF, subject to validation.
Guinea signed an agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on August 10 for potential funding of $425 million. The program still needs to be approved by the… -
Ivory Coast: Montage mobilizes 75 million dollars to accelerate the development of Didiévi
The Canadian group Montage Gold has secured a loan of $75 million to fund the development of the Didiévi gold project in Côte d’Ivoire. This operation comes a… -
Central African Republic: François Bozizé’s party wants to reclaim its place on the political scene.
The Kwa Na Kwa (KNK) party, founded by former Central African president François Bozizé, is reorganizing its structures to remobilize its supporters and return to the national scene.… -
Benin: Bertin Koovi refocuses the debate on the attributions of the President of the Senate and defends the primacy of the head of state.
On the day after vibrant controversies sparked by the establishment of the new upper house, Bertin Koovi stepped up on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, during a press conference.… -
“Nobody has more tubes than me,” Davido challenges his peers.
Davido has once again claimed his status as a heavyweight in Nigerian Afrobeats. The singer stated that he is ready to put one million dollars on the line… -
“The Senate of Benin is more dangerous than the PRPB,” Nathaniel Kitti
In an op-ed, Professor Nathaniel Kitti, vice-president of the Les Démocrates party and lawyer at the Paris bar, expresses his deep concern regarding the establishment of the Senate… -
Cotonou: temporary reorganization of traffic on avenue Jean-Paul II from August 14 to August 22, 2026
Due to rehabilitation work on the roadway located in front of the Ministerial City, traffic will be temporarily reorganized on Avenue Jean-Paul II in Cotonou, from Friday, August… -
Benin: complete list of those admitted to the entrance exam for the Military Prytanée and the Military High School for Girls.
The results of the entrance exam for the Prytanée militaire de Bembèrèkè (PMB) and the Lycée militaire des jeunes filles (LMJF) de Natitingou, for the July 2026 session,… -
Warning: The revenue manager arrested on suspicions of financial misconduct.
The revenue manager of the municipality of Savè was placed under deposit warrant on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, following his presentation to the prosecutor of the Republic at… -
Al Hilal: Victor Osimhen to replace Karim Benzema
Al Hilal has made Victor Osimhen a priority to strengthen its attack and prepare for the succession of Karim Benzema. The Nigerian forward, who has delivered remarkable performances… -
Water, forests, and hunting: extension of the application deadline for the recruitment of 135 civil servants
In a press release dated August 10, 2026, the General Directorate of Water, Forests, and Hunting (Dgefc) announces the postponement of the deadline for submitting applications for the… -
Mali: 10 years in prison requested against Ras Bath, verdict expected on August 17.
The prosecution requested on Tuesday a 10-year prison sentence for columnist Youssouf Bathily, also known as Ras Bath, who is being prosecuted in Mali for “criminal association and… -
Mali: the gold production of Loulo-Gounkoto is expected to reach 362,500 ounces in 2026.
The Loulo-Gounkoto gold complex in Mali is ramping up its activities after a largely extended suspension in 2025. Its operator, the Canadian group Barrick Mining, reported an attributable… -
Telecom sector: ARCEP talks with the Consumers’ Association about the increase in internet plans.
The Regulatory Authority for Electronic Communications and Postal Services (ARCEP) received representatives from the Consumers’ Association this Wednesday, August 12, 2026. This crucial working session follows the recent…