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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: the national bachelor’s degree exam will take place on August 18th
The written exams of the national undergraduate exam, sole session of 2025, will take place from Monday, August 18th to Saturday, September 13th throughout the national territory. The… -
Benin: A family man shot dead in a health center in N’Dali by a security agent
A tragic incident occurred on the night of Friday, July 18 to Saturday, July 19, 2025, in N’Dali, northern Benin. A family man, identified by the initials K.Y.,… -
Benin: official logo for the 65th independence anniversary unveiled
Benin celebrates, on August 1, 2025, the 65th anniversary of its accession to national sovereignty. Ahead of the festivities, the Presidency of the Republic has released the official… -
Cyberbullying and digital fraud: a young slam poet stands before the CRIET
A young man, presenting himself as a slam poet and writer, appeared this Monday before the Court for the Repression of Economic Crimes and Terrorism (CRIET). He is… -
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Burglary in Hêvié Houinmin: two suspects arrested, one fence on the run
A burglary that occurred on Friday, July 18, 2025, in the locality of Hêvié Houinmin led to the arrest of two individuals and the initiation of a broad… -
Benin: Official presentation of 1785 new recruits of the Republican Police
At the Bembèrèkè Military Training Center, 1785 young Beninese, including 109 girls, were officially presented to the flag this Tuesday, July 22, 2025. Under the presidency of the… -
A gas station attendant accused of diverting nearly 7000 liters of Diesel fuel
An employee of a fuel distribution company appeared in court, accused of embezzling over 7,000 liters of Diesel and Gasoline, equating to over 6 million FCFA. At the… -
End of reign in Benin: letters of gratitude and calls for another term pour into the presidency according to Wilfried Houngbédji
In a recent media outing, the government spokesperson, Wilfried Léandre Houngbédji, revealed a lesser-known aspect of the relationship between the president of the Republic and certain citizens. Numerous… -
Embezzlement at DEI: eight-year prison sentence for a police officer, complicit couple given suspended sentence
An eight-year sentence of criminal imprisonment and a fine of ten million CFA francs: that’s the punishment handed down to a police officer found guilty of diversion of… -
Benin – Criet: a bank client prosecuted for fraudulent withdrawal of 12 million FCFA
A man appeared on Monday, July 21, 2025, in front of the Court for the Repression of Economic Crimes and Terrorism (CRIET) for a banking fraud case. He… -
Benin – August 1st Parade: Talon invites two members of the Sahel Alliance
President Patrice Talon invites two member countries of the Sahel States Alliance (SSA) to participate in the celebrations of the 65th anniversary of Benin’s independence. A gesture that,… -
Celtiis Open Day: Media uncovers the technological backstage of the premier global operator
À travers le programme exclusif baptisé « Celtiis Open Day Médias », la Société béninoise d’infrastructures numériques (SBIN) a convié les professionnels des médias à une immersion totale… -
Bamako reignites the battle for colonial reparations
The Malian capital was the stage, on July 19, 2025, for an event of significant historical importance for Africa. As part of the third edition of the forum… -
Audit of the electoral file: Jean-Baptiste Elias’s response to Michel Alokpo’s accusations
In a much-anticipated appearance this Sunday, July 20, 2025, on ESAE TV, Jean-Baptiste Elias, President of the Steering Committee (Copil) for the electoral file audit, responded point by… -
SBEE: Hippolyte Ebagnitchie officially takes over from André-Marie Kaczmarek
The Beninese Electric Power Company (SBEE) is embarking on a new phase in its history. On Friday, July 18, 2025, a transition ceremony was held at the headquarters’… -
Extradition of the journalist Hugues Sossoukpè: the version of the Beninese government
The Beninese government has responded to criticisms sparked by the arrest and extradition of journalist Hugues Comlan Sossoukpè from Côte d’Ivoire. Invited this Sunday, July 20, 2025 on… -
Benin: the government responds to the arrest of journalist Comlan Hugues Sossoukpè
Apprehended in Abidjan and extradited to Benin, Comlan Hugues Sossoukpè, the promoter of the online media outlet Olofofo, is accused of several serious offenses. The government spokesperson, Wilfried… -
Benin – Ganiou Soglo denounces a “shameful exploitation” of his father: the government’s scathing response
In a statement released on July 20, 2025, Ganiou Soglo criticized the media use of his father’s image, former president Nicéphore Soglo, which he believes is manipulated by… -
“This is not a sprint,” Ganiou Soglo justifies the idea of reviving the Renaissance of Benin.
In an interview given to Bip Radio on Sunday, 20th July 2025, Ganiou Soglo, son of former president Nicéphore Soglo, expressed his desire to revive the party The… -
“I’m not chasing after anyone,” Ganiou Soglo discusses his relationship with Patrice Talon
In an exclusive interview granted to Bip Radio this Sunday, July 20, 2025, Ganiou Soglo, former Beninese Minister of Sports and son of President Nicéphore Soglo, spoke candidly… -
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Benin: Meeting between Talon and business leaders to sustain development momentum
In an atmosphere described as relaxed and conducive to exchange, President Patrice Talon met on Friday with leaders of major companies operating in Benin. Held at the Marina… -
Cotonou: Nassirou Arifari-Bako dismantles the myth of African unity
Invited as a resource person by the Institute of Artisans of Justice and Peace (IAJP), former Beninese Foreign Affairs Minister, Nassirou Arifari Bako, delivered an uncompromising presentation on… -
Togo: 559 military personnel dismissed from the army
President Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé, in his capacity as Minister of the Armed Forces, has signed a decision enacting the reform and dismissal of 559 Togolese soldiers for desertion.… -
President A’Salfo: a fan shows up at the Valras concert with a sign
During a concert in Valras, France, on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, a French fan of the band Magic System surprised both the audience and the performers by holding… -
Benin – AN: Vitali Boton justifies the absence of oral questions during the 1st regular session
During a press dinner held on Thursday night in Porto-Novo, the spokesperson for the President of the National Assembly, Vitali Boton, commented on the noted absence of oral… -
Benin – Sonia Annick Agbantou’s Funeral: Official Tributes this Friday
The funeral program for Sonia Annick Agbantou, an iconic figure of the Beninese media, began this Thursday, July 17, 2025, with the arrival of her remains at Cotonou… -
BAC 2025 in Benin: A special session announced for candidates referred to as “reserved cases”
The Baccalaureate Office of Benin has announced the organization of a special session for candidates eligible for the BAC 2025 who could not participate in the optional, sports,… -
“I was on the verge of giving up music,” Nikanor pays tribute to his unseen pillars
During the listening session for his new EP, Beninese artist Nikanor gave an emotional account of a dark period in his career. “I was on the brink of… -
National Assembly: Louis Vlavonou criticized for his governance by The Democrats
The President of the National Assembly, Louis Vlavonou, is being strongly criticized by the deputies of the parliamentary group Les Démocrates. In a public statement on Thursday, July… -
Record economic growth in Benin in 2024: a sustained leap but still uneven
Benin recorded an economic growth of 7.5% in 2024, its highest level since 1990, according to the latest Economic Outlook Report published by the World Bank on July…