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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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Gold theft in Nigeria: a cook arrested in Pahou (Benin)
A man working as a cook was arrested in Pahou, in the Atlantic Department, for a gold theft committed in Nigeria. The accused is suspected of having stolen… -
Glo-Djigbé: a cable-theft network dismantled by the police
In the Glo-Djigbé industrial zone, security forces dealt a heavy blow to a network specialized in stealing electrical cables. The operation, carried out by the Republican Police, led… -
“It’s party time”: MP Sounon Boké justifies his message before the CRIET
MP Soumaïla Sounon Boké appeared this Tuesday before the Court for the Repression of Economic Crimes and Terrorism (CRIET) to explain a message he posted in a WhatsApp… -
An ECOWAS delegation makes proposals to the president of CENA
A mission of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) recently visited the National Autonomous Electoral Commission (CENA). A meeting aimed at submitting a series of proposals… -
CAN 2025: Nigeria vs Morocco, Senegal vs Egypt, the schedule for this Wednesday.
Senegal faces Egypt as Morocco takes on Nigeria this Wednesday, for a decisive evening that will determine the two finalists of the Africa Cup of Nations 2025, held… -
Benin – Ligue 1: SOBEMAP takes the lead, 13th matchday roundup
Victorious at the Buffles FC of Parakou’s home ground, AS SOBEMAP takes the top spot in the standings after an intense 13th day, marred by the premature stoppage… -
Regina Daniels denies theft allegations in the dispute with Ned Nwoko
The Nollywood actress Ned Nwoko denied any involvement in an alleged theft case, which she attributes to her husband whom she is separated from, denouncing unfounded accusations. The… -
AFCON 2025: Walid Regragui warns his players ahead of Morocco–Nigeria
On the eve of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations semi-final, the head coach of the Atlas Lions, Walid Regragui, stressed concentration and mastery of duels to avoid… -
Ghana: “we see them with women with enormous buttocks,” the Asante Kotoko players were roasted.
L’ancienne gloire du football ghanéen, Charles Taylor, a vivement critiqué le manque de professionnalisme de l’effectif d’Asante Kotoko, alors que l”écurie basée à Kumasi enchaine les contre-performances en… -
CAN 2027: CAF unveils the preliminary round fixtures, Benin exempt.
Gathered in Rabat, the draw for CAN 2027 set the first qualifying fixtures, with the winners joining the 42 national teams already qualified for the next phase of… -
CAN 2025: Ghanaian Daniel Nii Laryea to referee Nigeria – Morocco
Considered one of the continent’s best referees, the Ghanaian official Daniel Nii Laryea has been appointed by CAF to officiate the AFCON 2025 semi-final between Nigeria and Morocco.… -
AFCON 2025 / Eric Chelle (Nigeria’s head coach): “We might let Morocco have the ball…”
On the eve of the clash with Morocco in the semi-final of CAN 2025, the Nigeria coach, Eric Chelle, adopted a defensive approach to contain the Atlas Lions… -
AFCON 2025: Koulibaly praises Egypt’s defensive solidity ahead of the clash with Senegal
On the eve of the Senegal vs Egypt clash in the AFCON 2025 semifinals, the captain of the Lions of Teranga, Kalidou Koulibaly, highlighted the Pharaohs’ experience and… -
Vodun Days Festival: significant economic impact, according to Jean-Michel Abimbola
On the occasion of the Vodun Days festival, a cultural event that has become a major fixture in Benin, Jean-Michel Abimbola highlighted the festival’s positive economic impact. Speaking… -
Missérété Prison: two detainees were tried at the CRIET for online fraud
Two inmates of the Missérété Civil Prison appeared on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 before the Court for the Repression of Economic Offences and Terrorism (CRIET) for online fraud… -
Burkina Faso: ministerial reshuffle and new names for ministries
The government of Burkina Faso has undergone a significant reshuffle with several changes to the names of ministries, a reorganization that forms part of a restructuring effort undertaken… -
Legislative and municipal elections 2026: more voters participated in the legislative elections
On the day after the dual parliamentary and municipal elections held on Sunday, January 11, 2026, the Electoral Platform of Civil Society Organizations (PEOSC) issued initial observations highlighting… -
Guinea-Bissau: ECOWAS demands an inclusive government and the restoration of constitutional order
In the face of the political crisis shaking Guinea-Bissau, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) called for the formation of an inclusive government and for the… -
Angola is ready to double Éric Chelle’s salary to lure him away to Nigeria.
Seduced by the journey and the style of the Super Eagles at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, the Angolan Football Federation wants to lure the Malian coach… -
CAN 2025/Semi-final: “Morocco is formidable,” Alex Iwobi warns Nigeria.
Impressed by the solidity of the Atlas Lions, the Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi expects a high-level semifinal as Nigeria and Morocco face off this Wednesday for a… -
Burkina Faso: former minister and member of parliament Yolande Compaoré found dead at her home
The former Burkinabé minister and MP Yolande Compaoré has been found dead in circumstances that have stirred emotion and questions among the public. The body of the high-profile… -
Benin kicks off 2026 by raising 60 billion FCFA on the regional market
Benin opened 2026 with an auction of 60 billion CFA francs on the regional debt market, on January 7, marking a new step in its financing strategy. According… -
When the ballot boxes run dry, politics speaks for itself
The 2026 legislative and municipal elections in Benin will not have been marked by the enthusiasm of the crowds. Although turnout has not yet been officially announced, there… -
Donald Trump reaffirms his desire to acquire Greenland
This statement comes a few days before his planned speech in the state of New Hampshire, where he intends to detail his geopolitical vision further.In a recent post,… -
Benin’s 2026 legislative elections: the 20% rule and the coalition exception
After the January 11, 2026 legislative elections, the composition of the National Assembly will depend not only on the results in the 24 constituencies but also on specific… -
“Go out in large numbers to fulfill your duty, dear fellow citizens,” Patrice Talon
The President of the Republic, Patrice Talon, participated this Sunday, January 11, 2026, in the legislative and municipal elections by voting at the Charles Guillot Public Primary School… -
Benin – January 11 elections: the Constitutional Court reassures ECOWAS.
On the eve of the legislative and municipal elections scheduled for Sunday, January 11, 2026, the president of the Constitutional Court, Professor Cossi Dorothé Sossa, granted an audience… -
Benin – Sunday joint elections: borders, markets and drinking establishments closed
As part of the legislative and municipal elections on January 11, 2026, the Beninese authorities have taken a series of measures to ensure the smooth running of the… -
AFCON 2027: Preliminary round draw this Tuesday, here’s everything you need to know
The draw, scheduled for this Tuesday at 12:00 GMT and broadcast on CAF TV, will mark the official start of the road to the final tournament co-hosted by… -
CAN 2025 Semi-final: Morocco spies on Nigeria thanks to advanced video technology
Using cutting-edge video tools, Morocco’s Atlas Lions coach Walid Regragui meticulously prepares for the semifinal against a prolific Nigerian side. As the Africa Cup of Nations semifinal approaches,…