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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: 2 young women prosecuted for online sale of abortion drugs
Two young women are being prosecuted by the special public prosecutor’s office attached to the Court for the Repression of Economic Crimes and Terrorism (CRIET) for illegal practice… -
Benin: Major decisions from the council of ministers this Wednesday, July 2, 2025
The Council of Ministers met this Wednesday, July 2, 2025 in the presence of the government members. The following decisions were made: 𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗨𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗬 𝗠𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗨𝗥𝗘𝗦 ● Creation of the… -
Benin: Twelve new admits to CAPA 2025 ready to join the bar
The Bar Association of Benin has published the final list of candidates eligible for the Certificate of Aptitude for the Profession of Lawyer (CAPA) examination, May-June 2025 session.… -
Paulin Akponna Case: the High Commission for the Prevention of Corruption enters the scene
New developments in the alleged embezzlement of tens of billions of CFA francs destined for water and electricity access in the municipality of Parakou. The High Commission for… -
Allada: a man kills his wife and buries her in a septic tank
A domestic drama of rare violence occurred in the commune of Allada, specifically in Sékou, a district of the locality. A man was arrested by the republican police… -
Togo: ECOWAS concerned about violence, two Beninese among the victims
The ECOWAS Commission has expressed its deep concern following the violent protests that rocked Togo on June 26, 27, and 28, 2025, especially in Lomé, the capital. In… -
Political Tour in Cotonou: Democrats at the Heart of the 13 Districts
The Democrats Party completed, on this Sunday, June 29, 2025, a massive political tour that took them to all 13 districts of Cotonou. Scheduled over two successive weekends… -
Operation “Shield”: the National Guard boosts its presence in southern Benin
Since June 30, 2025, the National Guard has implemented the “Shield” operation, a large-scale military exercise deployed in the departments of Zou, Mono, and Couffo, mobilizing more than… -
Sidiki Diabaté, the strongest among Ivorian artists? The singer offers his public apologies
On Monday, June 30, 2025, Sidiki Diabaté, a Malian star, issued a public apology to the Ivorian people in a video posted on Facebook, following a heated controversy… -
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Benin – Presidential 2026: a new contender for Talon’s successor announces his candidacy
The ambitions continue to unfold a few months before the 2026 presidential elections in Benin. On Monday, June 30, 2025, Leonidas Hounton officially announced his candidacy for the… -
2Face Idibia: “a man is not made to be sexually faithful to only one woman”
The Afrobeat star, 2Face Idibia, has revealed that it is not possible for him to be sexually engaged with only one woman. Nigerian artist Innocent Idibia, better known… -
Sonia Agbantou: details about her funeral
The funeral of Sonia Agbantou’s family has been scheduled for Saturday, July 19, 2025. The announcement was made by a close relative of the deceased, stating that the… -
Benin – Presidential Elections 2026: Daniel Edah’s Optimism About Securing Endorsements
Daniel Edah, declared candidate for the 2026 presidential election, confirmed this Sunday, June 29, 2025 that he has the required endorsements to participate in the election. On the… -
Benin – Online Harassment: Julien Kandé Kansou pleads not guilty, case postponed
The trial of Julien Kandé Kansou, activist and member of the opposition party Les Démocrates‘s communications cell, opened on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at the Courts for the… -
Kandi: a security guard found hanged at his home
A tragedy rocked the city of Kandi over the weekend. The lifeless body of a security guard, stationed at the Zone Hospital in the town, was found hanged… -
Benin: a 14-year-old child kidnapped during a burglary, the kidnappers demand 15 million FCFA
On the night of Monday, June 30, 2025, in Malanville, armed individuals attacked a family, assaulted the parents, and kidnapped a 14-year-old boy, for whom a ransom of… -
Benin: Lifting of the ban on the export of food products
Actors in the agricultural and commercial sectors can now resume their export activities. The Beninese government lifted, as of June 23, 2025, the ban on the export of… -
2025 Presidential Election in Côte d’Ivoire: Ousmane Camara seizes the Constitutional Council on the nationality of Alassane Ouattara
The Ivorian political climate is heating up as the 2025 presidential election approaches. The president of the New Generation Alternative (ANG) and declared candidate for this due date,… -
2026 Elections in Benin: CENA bets on a sponsorship software for more transparency
A few months before the general elections of 2026, the National Autonomous Electoral Commission (CENA) intends to innovate to ensure a transparent and credible ballot. This is what… -
MEF Recruitment Contest: Provisional lists available, regularization period open
As part of the recruitment competition for 172 state officials for the Ministry of Economy and Finance, the Ministry of Labor and Public Service publicized on Monday, June… -
Town of Sèmè-Kpodji: Adrien Houngbédji has been abandoned by several of his former lieutenants
The Progressive Union Renewal (“UP le Renouveau”) is going through a leadership crisis in the commune of Sèmè-Kpodji. Since its creation in 2022, resulting from the merger of… -
Benin: Journalist Christophe Djossou passes away
Christophe Djossou, promoter of Kingo News, has passed away, it was learned the morning of Tuesday, July 1st, 2025. The Beninese press is mourning again. Christophe Djossou, founder… -
Dark Times: Beninese press struck by grief yet again
The Beninese press is mourning the loss of one of their own once again. Christophe G. Djossou, a journalist, certified translator, and promoter of the online media Kingo… -
Benin – Pharmaceutical product trafficking: a network dismantled in Sirarou
A joint operation conducted on Saturday, June 28, 2025, by the Sirarou police station, with the support of the N’dali and Ouénou police stations, led to the dismantling… -
Benin – Psychopath Gate: 6 months of prison required against Angela Kpeidja
On Monday, June 30, 2025, the prosecutor of the Court for the Repression of Economic Offenses and Terrorism (Criet) requested a prison sentence against the journalist and women’s… -
Mario Mètonou: the “annoying” habit of his father that changed his life
In an exclusive interview with Peace FM, Mario Mètonou, the special prosecutor of CRIET, shared how his father’s attention to his academic performance left a significant impact on… -
Overtime Payment: the government clarifies eligibility criteria
In Benin, the Ministry of Secondary, Technical, and Vocational Training (Mestfp) has provided details on the treatment and payment process for overtime compensation in public establishments. In a… -
“I was… very shy, the most fragile…,” the confessions of prosecutor Mario Mètonou
Mario Mètonou, special prosecutor with the CRIET, revealed some details about his childhood in an exclusive interview with Peace FM. In this interview, an excerpt of which was… -
Benin – Mario Métonou: “Justice should not be the weapon of any side”
The Special Prosecutor of the Court for the Repression of Economic Offenses and Terrorism (CRIET), Mario Métonou, has taken a stand to reaffirm the commitment of the institution… -
Women’s AFCON 2025: Ghana unveils a list of 24 players
Ghana has unveiled its official list of players selected for the final stage of the Women’s African Cup of Nations (CAN) taking place this summer in Morocco. The…