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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 vs Zimbabwe: What Time and on Which Channels to Watch the Match Live?
Benin will face Zimbabwe this Friday, September 5, 2025, in the 7th round of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Where can you follow the match live? It’s a… -
World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Benin vs Zimbabwe, Lesotho vs South Africa — Friday’s Fixtures
The African qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup are in full swing. After Thursday’s matches, the 7th round continues this Friday with a packed schedule: no fewer than… -
World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Ghana Held, Spain Cruise, Germany Shocked in Slovakia
Thursday’s matchday delivered its share of surprises and confirmations in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, both in Africa and in Europe. In the African zone, Ghana was held… -
Benin: Customs Officers Attacked by Smugglers in Ifangni
Customs officers were targeted by smugglers in Banigbé-Sèdo, Ifangni, where their vehicle was set ablaze and the driver fatally beaten. The incident occurred on Wednesday, September 3, in… -
Benin – 2026 General Elections: FCBE Enters Political Negotiations with UP-R
A political agreement is in the works between Union Progressiste le Renouveau (UP-R) and Forces Cauris pour un Bénin Émergent (FCBE) ahead of the 2026 general elections. According… -
UFOA-B U17 Cup: Benin Drawn with Nigeria and Burkina Faso
The draw for the group stage of the 2025 UFOA-B U17 tournament was held this Thursday in Yamoussoukro, Ivory Coast. Benin has landed in Group B, alongside Nigeria… -
“We Cannot Afford to Make Mistakes,” Wilfred Ndidi Ahead of Nigeria vs Rwanda
Wilfred Ndidi has issued a clear warning to his teammates: the Super Eagles must give everything against Rwanda’s Amavubi to revive their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign. Nigeria,… -
Benin: After BR and UP-R, Wadagni Continues His Outreach
After meeting with the Bloc Républicain (BR) and Union Progressiste le Renouveau (UP-R), Romuald Wadagni, the designated successor of President Patrice Talon, has begun a series of outreach… -
“I will not use my sponsorship for someone who will not become president,” says Garba Yaya
The Forces Cauris pour un Bénin Émergent (FCBE) party is determined to leave the opposition after the 2026 presidential election. Following Idrissou Bako, Yaya Garba has reaffirmed the… -
Romuald Wadagni: “I’m looking for the one who could come and beat him,” says Louis Vlavonou
The President of the National Assembly, Louis Vlavonou, has expressed strong satisfaction with the ruling coalition’s choice for the 2026 presidential election, declaring that he doubts the existence… -
“It will be difficult for the opposition to find a profile better than our candidate’s,” says Wilfried Houngbédji
The government of the rupture, through its spokesperson Léandre Wilfried Houngbédji, has commented on the choice of Romuald Wadagni as the candidate to succeed Patrice Talon. According to… -
2026 General Elections: Tax Authority Outlines Measures for Fiscal Clearance Certificate
In 2026, Beninese citizens will head to the polls for the general elections. One of the key documents required to validate candidacy applications is the fiscal clearance certificate… -
Transfer Market: Victor Boniface Reacts to Failed Move to AC Milan
Rejected by AC Milan after a medical deemed unsatisfactory, Victor Boniface was eventually loaned to Werder Bremen. The Nigerian striker has now spoken out about a deal that… -
Benin: Dozens of Overloaded Vehicles Stopped Across Several Departments
On Tuesday, September 2, 2025, several vehicles carrying oversized or overloaded cargo were intercepted in multiple departments of the country. The operation was jointly carried out by the… -
2026 Legislative Elections: Constitutional Court Launches Recruitment of Electoral Officers
Institutions involved in organizing the 2026 elections are stepping up efforts to ensure the success of the electoral process. In this context, the Constitutional Court, which is responsible… -
Benin: Selection Test Announced for New Teacher Trainees (AME)
Strengthening the capacities of Teacher Trainee Aspirants (Aspirants au Métier d’Enseignant – AME) and improving their productivity is one of the measures adopted by the government during the… -
Benin – Early Marriage of Girls: Government Launches a National Program to Combat the Practice
The Beninese government has declared war on child marriage. During the Council of Ministers session held on Wednesday, September 3, the executive approved the establishment of a National… -
Benin: Government Approves 2026–2030 National Health Development Plan
Benin now has a National Health Development Plan for the 2026–2030 period. The reference document for all stakeholders in the health sector was approved on Wednesday, September 3,… -
Benin: Heavy Truck Traffic Reorganized in Greater Nokoué
At the Council of Ministers meeting on Wednesday, September 3, the government decided to reorganize the circulation of heavy transport vehicles and trucks. According to the meeting’s report,… -
Benin: Council of Ministers Meeting Report of Wednesday, September 3, 2025
The Council of Ministers met this Wednesday, September 3, 2025, under the chairmanship of Mr. Patrice Talon, President of the Republic, Head of State, and Head of Government.… -
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Benin: Key Decisions from the Council of Ministers Meeting of September 3
Back from recess, the government of the “rupture” held its regular Council of Ministers meeting. During this government conclave, several decisions were taken. Below is a summary of… -
2026 Presidential Election: “Les Démocrates” in No Hurry to Choose Their Candidate
With just one month to go before the submission of candidacy files for the 2026 presidential election, the opposition party Les Démocrates is taking its time to select… -
UFOA-B Women’s Champions League: Bayelsa Queens and ASEC Mimosas Reach the Final
Nigeria’s Bayelsa Queens will face Ivory Coast’s ASEC Mimosas in the final of the UFOA-B Women’s Champions League. Both teams secured their spots in the decisive clash after… -
Togo: National Television Without a Director After the Dismissal of Joseph Amegan
Togolese Television (TVT) is now without a director. Joseph Amegan, who was appointed in 2023 by decree to head the public broadcaster, was dismissed from his position on… -
SNAB 2025: Supported by Sightsavers, Artisans Advocate for Ratification of the ADP
From August 22 to 31, 2025, the 19th edition of the Benin National Handicrafts Fair (SNAB) was marked by the strong participation of artisans with disabilities. Supported by… -
Benin Adopts 2025–2029 Strategic Plan to Modernize Its Army
The Beninese government has approved, in the Council of Ministers on September 3, 2025, the 2025–2029 Strategic Plan of the Ministry of National Defense. This document aims to… -
Benin: 358 Rangers Officially Integrated into the Corps of Forest Guards
The Beninese government decided, during the Council of Ministers on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, to incorporate 358 rangers into the corps of forest guards. These agents, already active… -
Benin: Selection Test to Recruit 2,319 Primary School Teaching Assistants (AMEs)
To address the shortage of teachers for the 2025–2026 school year, the Beninese government has announced the organization of a selection test for Aspirants to the Teaching Profession… -
Benin: Construction of a Modern Multi-Sport Stadium Soon in Parakou
The Council of Ministers on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, authorized the launch of construction works for a departmental multi-sport stadium in Parakou. The facility, built to international standards,… -
Benin – Greater Nokoué: Heavy Trucks Now Subject to Strict Regulation
The chaotic circulation of heavy trucks in the Greater Nokoué area will now be regulated under a government decree. Adopted in the Council of Ministers, the measure will…