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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: new requirements for care quality and patient safety starting January 2026
Patient safety and the protection of their rights are now among the priorities of the Beninese government, which intends to strengthen the regulatory framework applicable to healthcare facilities.… -
Parakou: three prisoners escape while being transferred to court
A dramatic escape took place on the evening of Wednesday, October 8, at the Parakou courthouse. According to several witnesses reported by Fraternité fm, the incident occurred during… -
Abomey: a young man found dead in a cistern in Djimè
A tragedy occurred in the commune of Abomey during the night of Tuesday, October 7 to Wednesday, October 8, 2025. A young man of about 25 years old… -
World Cup 2026 (Q): Egypt qualified, Ghana almost there, all Wednesday’s results
Comfortable 5-0 winners over the Central African Republic, Ghana took a big step toward the 2026 World Cup. The Black Stars need only one point on the final… -
World Cup 2026 (Q): Nigeria promises to make life hell for Lesotho and Benin
Despite a difficult situation in the qualifiers, Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong remains hopeful. The defender says Nigeria still believes in qualifying for the 2026 World Cup. Nigeria… -
U-20 World Cup: Argentina thrashes Nigeria, Colombia knocks out South Africa
Argentina booked their place in the U-20 World Cup quarter-finals after their crushing 4-0 win over Nigeria on Wednesday night. Colombia also advanced to the next round after… -
Benin: a modern funeral center, a morgue, a crematorium and an embalming school planned in Abomey-Calavi
At the Council of Ministers on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, the Beninese government approved an ambitious project to modernize the national funeral sector. The plan provides for the… -
Fire in Cotonou: a house ravaged by flames near the Stade de l’Amitié Général Mathieu Kérékou
A violent fire broke out around midday on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, in a house located in the Casse Auto neighborhood, near the Général Mathieu Kérékou Friendship Stadium… -
Benin: Full report of the Council of Ministers on October 8
The government of President Patrice Talon met this Wednesday, October 8, in an ordinary council of ministers. During the conclave, the following decisions were made: I- Regulatory measures.… -
World Cup 2026 (Q) – Nigeria vs Benin: eight Super Eagles at risk of suspension
The Super Eagles will need to be cautious during their final two qualifying matches for the 2026 World Cup. Eight key players of the Nigerian squad face suspension… -
Benin: Political neutrality demanded of the army ahead of the 2026 general elections
On the eve of the 2026 general elections, Benin’s high military command received clear directives. At the Council of Ministers on October 8, 2025, the Chief of the… -
Benin: two appointments announced at the Council of Ministers on October 8
The Council of Ministers, meeting on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, ratified two appointments in key ministries aimed at strengthening the administrative structures of the sectors concerned. At the… -
Mali: government reassures amid fuel shortage
The Malian government is trying to calm concerns about the fuel shortage affecting several regions of the country. According to authorities, the disruptions are temporary and should ease… -
Benin: major decisions adopted by the Council of Ministers on 8 October 2025
President Patrice Talon’s government met on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, in Council of Ministers. Several important measures were approved, affecting both the legal framework and infrastructure projects. Among… -
Kalalé: Benin’s army neutralizes two attackers in the north of the country
The Beninese army once again repelled an armed attack in the northern part of the country. According to government sources, a response operation carried out on Tuesday, October… -
Protection of personal data: the APDP equips political parties ahead of the 2026 elections
As part of preparations for the 2026 general elections, the Personal Data Protection Authority (APDP) has undertaken to strengthen the capacities of political parties and Civil Society Organizations… -
2026 presidential election in Benin: a pro-government MP appeals to Boni Yayi
Deputy Dakpè Sossou made an unexpected request of Boni Yayi: that he give up naming a presidential ticket for 2026, in order to facilitate Romuald Wadagni’s election in… -
2025 presidential election in Côte d’Ivoire: the Conférence des PCA backs Ouattara with a donation of 100 million FCFA
The Conference of Chairmen of Boards of Directors, regulatory authorities and supervisory boards of public companies reaffirmed on Tuesday its support for outgoing President Alassane Ouattara. Gathered at… -
2026 Presidential Election: FCBE officially installs Paul Hounkpé and his running mate on October 11
In Benin, the party Forces Cauris pour un Bénin Émergent (FCBE) is preparing to take a decisive new step in the race for the 2026 presidential election. After… -
2026 Presidential Election: Romuald Wadagni puts young people at the center of his vision for Benin
Highly anticipated, Romuald Wadagni delivered, this Saturday, October 4, 2025 in Parakou, his first public speech as the presidential movement’s candidate for the 2026 election. It took place… -
2026 Presidential Election: Nourou-Dine Saka Saley Seeks the Democrats’ Nomination
Jurist and political analyst Nourou-Dine Saka Saley announced on Friday, October 3, 2025 during a live TikTok broadcast that he will be a candidate on the LD ticket… -
Obasanjo: “Boko Haram is now part of Nigerians’ daily lives”
Former Nigerian president Olusegun Obasanjo warned against normalizing the Boko Haram insurgency. The country must mobilize with greater clarity and determination to confront this persistent threat, the former… -
Digital sextortion: CNIN warns about AI-generated videos used by scammers
The National Center for Digital Investigations (CNIN) warns the public about a new wave of sextortion observed in recent days in Benin. According to the center, a large… -
Inauguration of the Wadagni–Talata duo: Parakou is set to welcome more than 7,000 participants on Saturday
The Parakou multi-sports stadium will this weekend be the scene of a major political event: the inauguration of the duo Romuald Wadagni – Mariam Chabi Talata, chosen by… -
2026 general elections: Moele-Bénin and Bloc Républicain are considering a parliamentary alliance
As the 2026 general elections approach, the party Mouvement des Élites Engagées pour l’Émancipation du Bénin (Moele-Bénin) is stepping up political consultations. On Monday, September 29, 2025, a… -
Abomey: an alleged duck thief found dead in a well in Djimè
A rather unusual scene shook the Djimè neighborhood in the commune of Abomey, in the Zou department. Last Sunday night, around 3 a.m., a man suspected of stealing… -
Benin: launch of Phase 3 of the Alafia microcredit in Parakou
On October 2, 2025, the city of Parakou, the economic hub of northern Benin, came alive with the official launch of phase 3 of the Alafia microcredit program.… -
Management of seized assets: ANRACS frees courts of obsolete seals
On October 1, 2025, the First-Class Court of First Instance of Parakou carried out an operation to clear out its evidence storage rooms, supervised by the National Agency… -
Cotonou artisanal fishing port: legal green light to unlock Dutch funding
The project to modernize Cotonou’s artisanal fishing port has reached a major milestone. After signing the financing agreement with the Kingdom of the Netherlands in February 2024, the… -
Kétou: Supervisory board ends the executive secretary’s duties
The supervisory council of the municipality of Kétou decided, during an extraordinary session held on October 2, 2025, to dismiss the executive secretary, Richard Tossou. This decision, made…