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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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Nigeria: end of mission for Benin’s Ambassador, Paulette Adjovi Yèkpè
Benin’s ambassador to Nigeria, Paulette Adjovi Yèkpè, has been recalled after eight years of service in Abuja. After eight years heading Benin’s diplomatic mission in Nigeria, Paulette Adjovi… -
Benin: several shops gutted by a fire in Cotonou
A fire broke out early on Sunday, September 21, 2025, in the Agounvocodji neighborhood, in Cotonou’s 10th arrondissement. Several shops were reduced to ashes, causing significant material damage… -
Abomey-Calavi: 2 suspected burglars handcuffed and caught after attempting to flee
On the morning of Thursday, September 18, 2025, the Togba police station in Abomey-Calavi was the scene of an unusual escape attempt. Two men, arrested on suspicion of… -
2026 U-20 Women’s World Cup (Q): Benin beats Guinea convincingly and takes a major step
Benin faced Guinea on Friday in Lomé in the first leg of the second qualifying round for the 2026 U20 Women’s World Cup. And the Amazons won 5-1.… -
2026 Presidential Election: Léon Basile Ahossi’s clarifications that put Yayi Boni in a difficult position
Nearly a month after the controversy over a letter of support for Wadagni that was attributed to him, Léon Basile Ahossi has officially revealed his political choice. Appearing… -
2026 presidential election in Benin: Wadagni and Talata officially nominated in Parakou on October 4
The presidential movement is refining its strategy ahead of the presidential election on April 12, 2026. Its sole candidate, Romuald Wadagni, and its running mate, outgoing Vice President… -
FIFA rankings: Benin moves up three places
The FIFA ranking for September 2025 is out. And Benin has climbed three spots in the overall standings. A significant jump for Benin in the FIFA ranking for… -
High-level regional dialogue on peace architectures: UNDP and Gulf of Guinea countries meet at the Sofitel in Cotonou
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the countries of the Gulf of Guinea are holding a high-level regional dialogue on peace architectures in West Africa on September… -
UAC: opening of applications for allocation of university cubicles
The Centre des Œuvres Universitaires et Sociales d’Abomey-Calavi (COUS-AC) announced, in a service note dated September 16, the opening of the application submission campaign for the allocation of… -
Benin: paid registration for new baccalaureate holders begins at public universities
The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has officially launched the registration campaign for the selection of new high school graduates on a fully paid basis in… -
Benin: trucks subject to a new rule at the Port of Cotonou to strengthen road safety
Beninese authorities are strengthening road safety measures by imposing a new rule on trucks entering or leaving the Port of Cotonou. This provision, announced recently, is part of… -
Savè : marijuana plantation dismantled, four suspects arrested
The Police républicaine dealt a major blow in the fight against drug trafficking. In Igbodja, a locality in the commune of Savè, law enforcement discovered and destroyed a… -
Benin: an alleged robber burned alive in Abomey-Calavi
An act of mob justice left the locality of Bozoun, in the Kpanroun district (commune of Abomey-Calavi), in mourning on the night of Tuesday, September 16 to Wednesday,… -
Tax clearance: the DGI grants a request from the Les Démocrates party
The General Directorate of Taxes (DGI) made a notable adjustment this Wednesday to the platform for requesting tax clearance certificates, following a request made by the party Les… -
Tax clearance for the 2026 general elections: the DGI’s platform challenged before the Constitutional Court
A new appeal has just been filed with the Constitutional Court regarding the tax clearance certificate application platform, imposed as a condition for candidacies in the 2026 general… -
Benin: ANaTT issues ultimatum to owners of uncollected license plates
The National Land Transport Agency (ANaTT) is calling on road users to regularize their situation before October 15, 2025. In a statement signed by its Director General, Richard… -
Benin: the Republican Police announces the exercise “Spider Web on the Hills”
The Police républicaine du Bénin announced a full-scale exercise called « Toile d’araignée sur les Collines » (TASC 2025) for September 25 and 26, 2025. This simulation, which… -
ICC: Controversial allegations of war crimes in West Africa
The Associated Press revealed that the International Criminal Court (ICC) had received a confidential file urging it to investigate alleged war crimes in West Africa involving Russia and… -
Benin: the government launches a major project to build and rehabilitate health facilities
The Beninese government has announced authorization to contract for full project management as part of an ambitious project to construct and equip several healthcare facilities across the country.… -
Benin: the government authorizes the recruitment of 715 police cadets for 2025
The Beninese government announced on Wednesday, during the Council of Ministers, the recruitment of 715 police cadets for 2025. The training of these new recruits is part of… -
Benin: Council of Ministers appointments on September 17
The Beninese government carried out a series of appointments in several ministries this Wednesday during the Council of Ministers. The positions affected notably concern the Ministry of the… -
Northern Benin: Five Beninese hostages released after 45 days in captivity
This kidnapping case in northern Benin was shrouded in silence for a long time. It was only after their release that the public learned that a pastor and… -
UFOA B U17 Cup: two Beninese referees selected for the tournament
In the lead-up to the Zone West B qualifying tournament for the U17 Africa Cup of Nations, the sub-regional body published the list of officials selected to oversee… -
2026 General Elections: UP-Le Renouveau and MOELE-Bénin seek to formalize an agreement on political cooperation
About seven months before the general elections scheduled for April 2026, two Beninese opposition political parties, Union Progressiste–Le Renouveau (UP-Le Renouveau) and the party Mouvement des Élites Engagées… -
Guinness World Record: Nigerian Hilda Baci sets a new record with jollof rice
Nigerian chef Hilda Baci has been recognized by Guinness World Records for cooking the largest portion of jollof rice ever made: 8,780 kilograms. Nigerian food influencer Hilda Baci… -
Benin: UPR, BR and FCBE are sealing two political agreements this Tuesday
According to information reported by BIP Radio, a decisive new step is opening in Benin’s political landscape. The parties Union Progressiste le Renouveau (UPR), Bloc Républicain (BR) and… -
Benin: fraudster specializing in fraudulent withdrawals from MoMo booths arrested
Beninese security forces have put a stop to the activities of an individual suspected of large-scale fraud carried out through mobile money transfer booths, commonly called “MoMo booths”.… -
Togo: arrest of former Minister of the Armed Forces Marguerite Gnakadé
Former Togolese Minister of the Armed Forces, Marguerite Essossimna Gnakadé, was arrested this Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at her home in Tokoin-Solidarité, in Lomé. Armed, hooded men burst… -
Benin: adoption of a strategy for inclusive basic education by 2030
At the Council of Ministers on September 17, 2025, the Strategy for Strengthening Educational Alternatives for the 2026–2030 period was approved. This plan aims to guarantee every child… -
Benin: establishment of the Communal Investment Fund (FIC)
At the Council of Ministers on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, the creation of the Communal Investment Fund (FIC) was adopted and its statutes approved. This instrument replaces the…