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In the vision of a economically prosperous and socially stable Benin, integrated within a thriving Africa, that guides our political commitment, exemplary justice is ensured for all and would be the government’s duty to guarantee, through all legal means and…

This urgent and critical press release is made publicly available as a precaution, pending an official announcement detailing the actions taken by the Lawyers’ College to shed light on Mr. Comlan Hugues Sossoukpè’s true situation. The undersigned Lawyers’ College expresses…

Four months away from the presidential election in Ivory Coast, the suspense remains intense around Alassane Ouattara’s candidacy. Despite his supporters’ expectations, the Ivorian head of state maintains a strategy of silence, carefully orchestrated, which feeds all speculations. Behind this…

Eight (08) months after its introduction to the Regional Stock Exchange (BRVM), the National Lottery of Benin (LNB) held its very first Combined General Meeting. It took place on Monday, June 30, 2025, in the blue room of the Cotonou…

Despite the billions invested and the promises of a brightly lit Grand Nokoué, public lighting remains the Achilles heel of Patrice Talon’s urban report card. Repeated breakdowns, acts of vandalism, deployment delays and areas still plunged into darkness; the lighting…

Les résultats du Baccalauréat 2025 au Bénin, dévoilés le 9 juillet, affichent un taux de réussite national historique de 73,02 % – du jamais vu depuis l’indépendance. Ce chiffre record suscite une fierté nationale mais aussi des interrogations quant à ses causes. S’agit-il…

Since its inception in 2002, the International Criminal Court (ICC), established by the Rome Statute, presented itself as an independent and impartial body responsible for prosecuting the authors of the gravest crimes: genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes. But more…

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) expresses deep disappointment over the recommendation of the Solidarity Levy Task Force (GSLTF) to target air transport in its effort to “improve the mobilization of national revenues from developing countries and support international solidarity…

CANAL+ and Netflix are strengthening their historic partnership initiated in 2019 for France and Poland by extending the strategic distribution agreement for sub-Saharan Africa.Thanks to this agreement, CANAL+ will become the first operator to distribute Netflix as part of its…

In a context of growing distrust towards the International Criminal Court (ICC), the countries of the Sahel States Alliance (SSA) – Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger – have announced the creation of a Sahelian Criminal and Human Rights Court (SCHRC).…

Il faut que nous tirions tous notre chapeau au maître incontesté du Togo, Faure Gnassingbé. Il n’y a pas à dire, il est très fort. En effet, non seulement il vient de supprimer l’élection présidentielle dans son pays pour rester…

Kinshasa and Washington are finalizing discussions around a strategic mining agreement aimed at attracting American investments in the critical minerals of the DRC, notably cobalt, lithium, and tantalum. The goal is to establish a regional value chain with extraction in…

“Anthem of the Confederation of Sahel States (AES): “SAHEL BENKAN” Verse 1 A tribute to the people of the SahelHeir to great empiresBearer of a new eraThat heralds freedom and progressUnder the banner of epic battles. Verse 2 People of…

Senegal, a stable country in the heart of a troubled region, cannot turn a blind eye to the growing threat at its borders. While Ousmane Sonko recently expressed his support for Mali in its fight against terrorism, successive revelations about…

In connection with our conversation on Saturday, May 31, 2025, Gratien-Laurent AHOUANMENOU, the recipient of your referenced letter which was notified to him on May 26, 2025, kindly forwarded it to me; he was entitled to do so as he…

A few months before the presidential election in Côte d’Ivoire, scheduled for October 2025, Tidjane Thiam’s participation remains surrounded by uncertainties. While his popularity within public opinion and his roots in the Democratic Party of Côte d’Ivoire (PDCI) are undeniable,…

On Thursday, May 29, 2025, Daniel Edah, former commissioner at ECOWAS and unsuccessful candidate in the 2016 presidential election, officially announced his candidacy for the presidential election of April 2026. In a speech full of humility and determination, he presents…

The International Criminal Court (ICC), established in 2002 under the promise of impartial justice, was meant to embody the hope of a world where war criminals—no matter who they were—would finally be brought to justice. But more than two decades…

Over 80 years old, Adrien Houngbédji seems to refuse to bow out and reignites the national debate with surprising positions, while blurring the lines between power and opposition in a Benin seeking democratic respite. The former President of Parliament challenges…

On May 3, 2025, Jean-Lucien Savi de Tové was sworn in as president of the Republic of Togo, marking a historic moment in the country’s political landscape. Following a constitutional reform adopted in May 2024, Togo transitioned to a parliamentary…

A new momentum is emerging in West Africa, driven by a desire for regional cooperation free from external pressures. At the heart of this movement is the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), made up of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger—three…

On April 17, Benin suffered the deadliest jihadist attack in its history—a grim milestone in the escalating violence gripping the country’s northern region. The incident once again exposes the weakness of the regional security architecture and the worrying inertia of…

As May 9 approaches—a date marking the 80th anniversary of Russia’s victory over Nazism—tensions remain high between Moscow and Kyiv. While Russia plans to hold major celebrations, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has flatly rejected the Kremlin’s proposal for a three-day…

Since the announcement of his removal from the electoral roll, PDCI-RDA president Tidjane Thiam has been at the center of heated debate in Côte d’Ivoire. Yet despite the controversy, displays of public support have remained relatively modest. What explains this…

As Benin officially enters the electoral year leading up to the April 2026 presidential election, the political landscape remains surprisingly quiet. The National Autonomous Electoral Commission (Céna) released the electoral calendar weeks ago, yet candidacies have been slow to emerge.…

The recent decision to remove Tidjane Thiam from Côte d’Ivoire’s electoral roll has sparked widespread outrage. At the heart of the controversy lies Article 48 of the Ivorian Nationality Code, which stipulates that any Ivorian who acquires another nationality after…

At a time when warfare is no longer confined to the battlefield but extends into the realm of information, the Beninese armed forces are facing a dual challenge: ensuring national security while mastering their narrative. It’s a slow but inevitable…

In Senegal, the first major judicial repercussions linked to the management of Covid-19 funds are starting to bring down prominent figures. Five former ministers from the government of ex-president Macky Sall are now under judicial scrutiny, accused of serious mismanagement…

As the war in Ukraine drags on and peace talks struggle to gain traction, a report from Bloomberg has reignited debate. According to the agency, Vladimir Putin is reportedly exploring the possibility of using frozen Russian assets in the United…

U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance recently gave an interview to a British media outlet in which he questioned the security relationship between the United States and Europe. According to him, it is unhealthy for Europeans to remain dependent on Washington…