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The International Budget Partnership officially launched its regional office for French-speaking Africa on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. Based in Dakar, the new structure will operate in eleven countries to enhance budget transparency, citizen participation, and accountability in public resource management.…

The International Criminal Court (ICC) is facing the most serious institutional crisis in its history. Meeting in an extraordinary session at the United Nations headquarters in New York, the States parties to the Rome Statute have removed Prosecutor Karim Khan…

The Institute of Artisans of Justice and Peace (IAJP) gathered on Thursday, July 23, 2026, in Cotonou, religious leaders, political actors, and several guests for a social conference focused on the theme: “Rule of Law and Political Alternation in Africa:…

In order to guide new high school graduates in their transition to higher education, the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research is organizing a national information and awareness campaign from July 30 to August 5, 2026. This initiative aims…

As part of strengthening defense capabilities and securing maritime spaces, the European Union officially handed over an interceptor to the Benin Navy on Friday, July 24. The official handover ceremony took place at the naval base in Cotonou in the…

New development in front of the Court for the Suppression of Economic Crimes and Terrorism (CRIET) regarding the judicial case involving Steve Wotto. During his appearance at the hearing, the defendant made an impression by adopting a particularly vehement posture…

To meet the growing demand for electricity and address the obsolescence of certain infrastructures, the Beninese Electricity Company (SBEE) is implementing a massive investment plan estimated at over 19 billion FCFA. Supported by the Government Action Program (PAG), this major…

The newly established members of the Senate gathered for the first time this Friday, July 24, 2026, at the Sofitel in Cotonou. This preparatory meeting, which took place behind closed doors for nearly two hours, was dedicated to final adjustments…

In the context of the preparations for the 66th anniversary of its accession to independence, set for August 1, 2026, Benin has made public the official logo intended to accompany the celebrations throughout the national territory. Designed as a symbol…

As part of strengthening economic relations between Benin and Nigeria, an important high-level Nigerian delegation is undertaking an official visit to Benin. Led by the Vice President of Nigeria, this mission includes the governors of Kwara, Imo, Jigawa, Plateau, Katsina,…

Following the publication of the results of the Certificate of Primary Education (BEPC 2026), the Directorate of Examinations and Competitions (DEC) of the Ministry of Secondary Education has released the list of the top three candidates from each department. Signed…

Dangnivo Case: Anselme Amoussou denounces the verdict and criticizes a trial disconnected from the truth ​Sixteen years after the mysterious disappearance of Pierre Urbain Dangnivo, a senior official at the Ministry of Economy and Finance, the judicial outcome of this…

The President of the Republic, Romuald Wadagni, granted an audience this Thursday, July 23, 2026, at the Marina Palace to the President of the UEMOA Commission, Abdoulaye Diop, as part of the annual political review of community reforms. Following this…

The National Agency for Standardization, Metrology and Quality Control (ANM) carried out a surprise operation in several localities in the Ouémé and Plateau departments. This operation is part of its royal mission to verify the compliance of the weights displayed…

For nearly three years, the closure of the land border with Benin has disrupted Niger’s trade exchanges. While the country has found alternative solutions to secure its supply, these have come at a cost. According to the International Monetary Fund…

A page has turned at the headquarters of the Economic and Social Council (CES). After sixteen months of a dynamic presidency focused on citizen listening, Conrad Gbaguidi has officially passed the torch to his successor, former State Minister Abdoulaye Bio…

A cleverly orchestrated drug trafficking attempt was thwarted this Wednesday, July 22, 2026, in Parakou. Officers from the 3rd district police station of the city seized 226 blocks of Indian hemp, hidden under a load of oranges in a public…

The President of the Republic, Romuald Wadagni, chaired a double ceremony on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at the Palace of Marina in Cotonou, marking the strengthening and renewal of two major state institutions: the Economic and Social Council (CES) and…

As the next academic year approaches, the National Education Council (CNE) has gathered key players in the education system during its preparatory annual seminar. At the heart of the discussions: the continuous improvement of teaching quality and addressing the deficits…

Major disruptions in the electrical power supply are affecting 11 out of 12 departments in Benin this Thursday, July 23, 2026. In a statement released on Tuesday, July 21, the Benin Electric Power Company (SBEE) urges its subscribers to make…

The Regional Service for Fraud Intervention and Combat (Srlcf) Mono-Couffo has dealt a heavy blow to the trafficking of illicit products. On the night of Sunday, July 19, 2026, customs officers intercepted a vehicle transporting 1,400 kg of smuggled pharmaceuticals,…

While he had declared that he did not want to sit in the Senate during the revision of the Constitution, former Beninese president Boni Yayi has changed his position. In a message published this Wednesday on his Meta page, he…

Arsenal continues its ambitious recruitment by securing the services of Misa Rodríguez. The Spanish international goalkeeper joins the Gunners as a free agent after finishing her time at Real Madrid. Arsenal officially announced on Tuesday the signing of Misa Rodríguez,…

As part of strengthening the strategic cooperation relations between Benin and Morocco, the 7th session of the Joint Commission resulted in the signing of several key agreements. Indeed, at the end of the meetings held on Tuesday, July 21, 2026,…

The Court of First Instance of Cotonou issued its verdict on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, in the Dangnivo case. At the end of the hearings, Codjo Cossi Alofa was sentenced to 30 years of hard labor, while Donatien Amoussou was…

Elected as the first vice-president of the Economic and Social Council (CES), a position now linked to that of the Mediator of the Republic, Conrad Gbaguidi reacted a few hours later on his Meta page. He reviews his sixteen months…

The Abomey-Calavi Court of First Instance examined, on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, the case of two inmates from the detention center, both charged with alleged attempted escape. At the end of the discussions, the court ordered the release for one…

The Office of the Baccalaureate announced, this Wednesday, July 22, 2026, the results of the best candidates for the June 2026 baccalaureate exam. The G2 series tops the ranking with the first place nationally. Moreover, at the pinnacle of national…

The baccalaureate 2026 has its first in Benin. With an average of 18.80 out of 20, Egbogbe Frederico Rayan Seton tops the national ranking established by the Office of the Baccalaureate. This performance sets him apart among more than 77,000…

Baccalauréat 2026 in Benin: Here is the ranking of the 20 best candidates The Office of the Baccalauréat has unveiled the ranking of the top candidates for the Baccalauréat exam, single session of June 2026. With an exceptional average of…