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Benin: ORANA launches industrial production of orange and pineapple concentrates in Za-Kpota
ORANA has started production in Za-Kpota with orange and pineapple concentrates aimed at beverage and food-industry professionals. -
Official: Marcellin Bocovè elected president of the Beninese Football Federation
Marcellin Bocovè takes charge of the Beninese Football Federation (FBF). Elected on Tuesday, August 25, in Missérété with 76 votes out of 79, the new president begins a four-year term with the ambition of giving Beninese football fresh momentum. Beninese… -
Security report in Benin: the Republican Police unveils the results of its 4th special security operation
The spokesperson for the Republican Police, Chief Superintendent Éric Orou Yérima, held a press briefing on Friday, August 21, 2026, at the Republican Police Headquarters (DGPR) in Ganhi, devoted to the overall results of the fourth edition of the special… -
Parakou: fatal traffic accident at Hubert Maga junction, truck driver flees the scene
The grim series of traffic accidents continues in the metropolis of northern Benin. A fatal road accident occurred on the evening of Sunday, August 23, 2026, at around 7:40 pm, at the Hubert Maga junction in Parakou. The accident, involving… -
Séfou Fagbohoun: the story of a baobab of Beninese politics and business
Businessman and former Beninese MP Séfou Fagbohoun died this Saturday, August 22, 2026, in Adja-Ouèrè, in the Plateau department. Founder of MADEP and a leading economic figure for several decades, he leaves behind a career closely bound up with Benin’s… -
Don Jazzy: «Ayra Starr changed my life»
Nigerian producer Don Jazzy has paid tribute to Ayra Starr, whose early career he helped launch at Mavin Records. The label boss says the singer has, in turn, profoundly influenced his own career. Don Jazzy has not forgotten Ayra Starr’s… -
Benin: the Economic and Social Council launches the development of its strategic plan 2027-2031
The Economic and Social Council of Benin (CES) officially launched the process of developing its strategic plan for the period 2027-2031 on Thursday, August 20, 2026, in Cotonou. During the proceedings, the rapporteur of the commission, Célestin Guidimey, described this… -
B-Educ: the platform that brings Beninese students back to revisions.
It’s 9 PM, somewhere in Benin. A math exercise lies open on the living room table. The problem isn’t resolved, the notebook is still at school, and the only possible help, an older brother, a neighbor, a private tutor, isn’t… -
Benin: Djougou at the heart of the 25th edition of the national primary school championships
The final phase of the 25th edition of the National School Championships for primary education opened on Monday, August 17, 2026, at the Kpétonis City in Djougou. Organized by the Union of Sports and Cultural Associations of Primary Education (UASCEP),… -
Guinea: CAF approves 28-September Stadium and allows the return of international home matches.
The African Football Confederation (CAF) has granted a provisional category 3 accreditation to the 28-September Stadium in Conakry. This decision is intended to allow Guinean teams and clubs to reconnect with their fans, after several years of playing matches abroad… -
“You are not part of my plans,” José Mourinho lets several players from Real Madrid go.
José Mourinho has reportedly informed several players that they are not part of his plans for the rest of the season. Meanwhile, Real Madrid remains attentive to the transfer market, although recruiting a midfielder is not considered a priority. The… -
Benin: former deputy Akpo Honanvi Irénée dies at 83
Former deputy Akpo Honanvi Irénée died at the National Hospital and University Center in Cotonou at the age of 83. -
Benin: the list of the 369 beneficiaries of the presidential pardon
The President of the Republic, Romuald Wadagni, has granted a measure of clemency to 369 individuals convicted by Beninese courts. The list of recipients, distributed across several penitentiary establishments in the country, has been made public. In Benin, 369 convicted… -
Chad announces its withdrawal from the International Criminal Court.
Chad notified on July 27, 2026, its decision to withdraw from the Rome Statute, the founding treaty of the International Criminal Court (ICC). N’Djamena justifies this choice by an unsatisfactory record and denounces international justice marked by “selectivity” in handling… -
Unprecedented crisis at the ICC: Attorney General Karim Khan officially dismissed
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… -
Installation of the 1st term of the Beninese Senate: the preparatory meeting was held this Friday in Cotonou.
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… -
Market: Arsenal officially announces the arrival of Misa Rodríguez, former captain of Real Madrid.
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,… -
“My gratitude goes to President Patrice Talon,” Conrad Gbaguidi reacts after his election as the first vice-president of the CES.
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… -
UN: Senegal officially supports Macky Sall’s candidacy.
Senegal officially supports the candidacy of former president Macky Sall for the position of Secretary-General of the United Nations. In a statement issued on July 20, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye called on the government and Senegal’s diplomatic network to mobilize… -
United Kingdom: Andy Burnham appointed Prime Minister after Keir Starmer’s resignation
The United Kingdom has a new Prime Minister. Moments after the official resignation of Keir Starmer, the leader of the Labour Party, Andy Burnham was tasked by King Charles III on Monday, July 20, 2026, to form a government. The… -
Cotonou: the mayor explains why the broken traffic lights have not yet been replaced.
Out of order for several months, many traffic lights in Cotonou, particularly the one at the Mènontin intersection, continue to disrupt traffic. In an interview with Bip Radio, Mayor Luc Sètondji Atrokpo explained the reasons for this delay and announced… -
Benin: the Ministry of Justice denounces scams related to presidential pardons.
In Benin, the Ministry of Justice warns against individuals soliciting money from inmates or their families in exchange for a supposed listing on the list of beneficiaries of presidential pardon or sentence reduction. The Beninese Ministry of Justice and Legislation… -
Benin: here are the centers selected for the oral exams of the Bac 2026
Final stretch for the candidates eligible for the baccalauréat, single session of June 2026. The oral exams will be held on Friday, July 17, starting at 7 AM, in the examination centers selected across the country. The Baccalauréat Office also… -
Chad will eliminate visas for Africans starting in 2027.
Chad will open its borders to citizens of African countries without a visa requirement starting January 1, 2027. The announcement was made by President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno during the opening of the African Water Forum in N’Djamena this Wednesday.… -
Dangnivo Trial: the prosecutor in Cotonou believes that there is no evidence linking Donatien Amoussou to the death of the unionist.
The trial concerning the case of Pierre Urbain Dangnivo continues before the First Instance Court of Cotonou, marked this Wednesday, July 15, 2026, by the phase of public prosecutor’s requisitions. During his speech, the Republic prosecutor at the Court of… -
CRIET: a former police officer sentenced to five years in prison for releasing a suspected rapist
The Court for the Repression of Economic Offenses and Terrorism, commonly known as CRIET, has delivered its verdict in a case involving a former official of the Republican Police. The former deputy commissioner of the Tokplégbé police station was sentenced… -
Senegal: Sonko threatens to bring down the government “as many times as necessary.”
In Senegal, the President of the National Assembly Ousmane Sonko has threatened to bring down the government with motions of censure, “as many times as necessary,” accusing the executive of drifting away from the Pastef project. While in Touba on… -
Bac 2026 in Benin: here is the schedule for the next steps after the results
After a national eligibility rate of 66.78%, candidates for the 2026 Baccalauréat continue the process with the next steps outlined by the Baccalauréat Office. Optional exams, oral exams, and final deliberations are scheduled until July 18. Candidates for the June… -
Bac 2026 in Benin: the eligibility rate is set at 66.78%
The results of the Baccalaureate, June 2026 session, were announced this Wednesday. Nationally, the pass rate is 66.78%, down from 73.02% recorded in 2025. Candidates for the 2026 Baccalaureate now know their fate. The results of the June session were…