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Benin: Intelligence Chief Pamphile Zomahoun Named Ambassador, Special Envoy to Haiti
In Benin, the head of intelligence services, Pamphile Zomahoun, has been appointed as an ambassador, special envoy to Haiti. This was decided during the Council of Ministers held on Wednesday, April 17, 2024. Colonel Pamphile Zomahoun is no longer the… -
Important Update: WhatsApp Now Has A New Minimum Age Requirement
WhatsApp, the popular messaging platform, has recently updated its minimum age requirement for users, lowering it from 16 to 13 years to align with international usage policies. WhatsApp has introduced new regulations regarding its use, one of which includes a… -
Benin: Police Commissioner in Cotonou Dismissed for Excessive Zeal
In recent days, social media has been rocked by a troubling resurgence of misconduct among officials responsible for enforcing traffic laws. These acts, contrary to the fundamental values and principles, have sullied the public image of the police institution and… -
Hajj 2024: Paul Biya Provides a Subsidy of 1,560,000,000 CFA Francs to Cameroonian Pilgrims
Cameroonian President Paul Biya has made a significant gesture towards the pilgrims of his country for the Hajj 2024. He has granted them a subsidy. Paul Biya, the President of Cameroon, has brought relief to the pilgrims of the 2024… -
Senegal: PASTEF’s Message from Ousmane Sonko to Patriots
After being brought to power, the political party PASTEF, led by Ousmane Sonko, sent a message to the population. It was conveyed through a statement on Friday, April 12, 2024. The PASTEF party, recently brought to power in Senegal with… -
Ivory Coast: A Woman Reveals How She Became a Millionaire with an Initial Investment of XOF 29,700
The owner of the Restaurant Placali Abouré recently shared her journey as a culinary entrepreneur and the secrets to her financial success. In a Facebook post, Véronique Vonan Ahoussi, the founder of the VEVO group, unveiled how she became a… -
Benin: Arrested in Fraud Case, a Director Released in Toffo
On Tuesday, April 9, 2024, the Toffo police station witnessed an unexpected twist. The director of the Colli Agbamè preschool, who was arrested the day before in a fraud case along with two other individuals, was released the following day,… -
Benin: Full Report of the Council of Ministers Meeting on Thursday, April 11, 2024
The ministers of the Beninese government held a regular meeting on Thursday, April 11, 2024. This meeting, chaired by President Patrice Talon, covered a variety of topics. Here you will find the full details of the decisions made. The following… -
Benin: Appointments of the Council of Ministers on Thursday, April 11, 2024
The weekly meeting of the Beninese government’s Council of Ministers convened once again this Thursday, April 11, 2024, under the effective chairmanship of President Talon. Appointments were made during this session. Find them below. At the Ministry of National Defense… -
Benin: Major Decisions of the Council of Ministers on Thursday, April 11, 2024
The government members convened in a Council of Ministers this Thursday, April 11, 2024. Several decisions were made during this session. Find below the main points. -
Togo: Journalist Apollinaire Mewenemesse Released After Arrest in Late March 2024
Journalist Apollinaire Mewenemesse, who was arrested on March 28, 2024, for publishing an article concerning the death of an associate of Togolese President Faure Gnassingbé, has been released on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, according to reports from his lawyer to… -
Senegal: Report of the Council of Ministers Meeting Tuesday, April 9, 2024
The Council of Ministers met on Tuesday, April 09, 2024, at the Presidential Palace, under the chairmanship of the Head of State, His Excellency Mr. Bassirou Diomaye Diakhar FAYE. Many decisions were taken during this first council of ministers of… -
Exit of the CFA Franc: Paris Encourages African Countries to Make an Independent Decision
With the rise of Bassirou Diomaye Faye to the presidency, the debate on the abandonment of the CFA franc has been reignited, forming a major pivot in his electoral program. In response to questions on this subject, Stéphane Séjourné, the… -
Burkina Faso: Temporary Suspension of Wheat Flour Imports
Burkina Faso announced on Monday a temporary suspension of wheat flour imports across the entire national territory. The Ministry of Industrial Development, Commerce, Crafts, and Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises announced, through an official statement dated April 8, 2024, a significant… -
Benin: Johannes Dagnon, Special Advisor to Patrice Talon, Dismissed
Patrice Talon, the president of Benin, has recently decided to terminate the assignment of his special advisor, Johannes Dagnon, as reported by local media on Tuesday, April 9, 2024. Serving as a special advisor since 2016, Johannes Dagnon was relieved… -
Benin: Wednesday, April 10, 2024 Declared a Public Holiday, Non-Working and Paid Day
The day of Wednesday, April 10, 2024, has been declared a public holiday, non-working and paid across the entire territory of Benin, in celebration of the Eid al-Fitr holiday. The information was made public through a communiqué from the Minister… -
Benin Mourns the Passing of General Moumouni Zankaro
The nation of Benin is mourning the loss of General Moumouni Zankaro, who passed away on Monday, April 8, 2024. Benin’s military is in mourning following the announcement of the death of General Moumouni Zankaro on Monday, April 8, 2024.… -
Ivory Coast: Death of Mamadou Koné, President of the Superior Council of the Judiciary
Former President of the Constitutional Council of the Ivory Coast, Mamadou Koné, passed away on Monday, April 8, 2024, in the capital, Abidjan. The Ivorian judicial world mourns the sad news of the death of Mamadou Koné, who was the… -
Senegal: Ousmane Sonko Finally Unveils His Government List
Following a significant anticipation after his recent appointment, Ousmane Sonko, the new Prime Minister of Senegal, has finally announced on Friday the composition of his cabinet. The new administration will include 25 ministers along with 5 secretaries of state. The… -
Benin: Recruitment of 796 Contractual Agents for Health Facilities Announced by the Government
The government announced the recruitment of seven hundred and ninety-six (796) contractual public agents of decentralized territorial communities for public health facilities for the years 2024 and 2025 at the last council of ministers. As part of the implementation of… -
Ramadan: Discover the Best Juice to Drink at Iftar According to Experts
Celery juice is often recommended to conclude a fasting period and to get a nutritional fresh start. This green juice is packed with health benefits due to its rich content of vitamins such as A, K, and C, as well… -
Burkina Faso: Council of Ministers Report Wednesday, March 27, 2024
The Council of Ministers met in Ouagadougou, on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, in regular session, under the chairmanship of His Excellency Captain Ibrahim TRAORE, President of the Transition, Chair of the Council of Ministers. It deliberated on the files on… -
Mali-Council of Ministers: Report from Wednesday, March 27, 2024
The Council of Ministers of the Malian government met in an ordinary session on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, under the presidency of Colonel Assimi GOITA, President of the Transition, Head of State. After reviewing the items on the agenda, the… -
Benin: Monday, April 1, 2024 Declared a Public Holiday, Off Work and Paid
The day of Monday, March 27, 2024, is declared a public holiday, off work, and paid throughout the entire territory of Benin. In a statement dated Wednesday, March 27, 2024, the Minister of Labor and Public Service, Adidjatou Mathis, declared… -
Benin: Tow Yard Fees Now Paid to the Public Treasury
From now on, the costs associated with impounding will no longer be settled at the Police Stations. These payments will now be made to the Public Treasury. The procedure for paying impound fees for vehicles has undergone a significant change.… -
Benin-Council of Ministers: Report of Wednesday, March 27, 2024
The Council of Ministers met on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, under the chairmanship of Mr. Patrice TALON, President of the Republic, Head of State, Head of the Government. The following decisions were taken: I- REGULATORY MEASURES. Establishment and Procedures for… -
Benin-Council of Ministers: Appointments of Wednesday, March 27, 2024
The Beninese government convened for its weekly meeting this Wednesday, March 27, 2024, under the leadership of His Excellency Patrice Athanase Guillaume Talon. During this conclave, a number of appointments were made. Here are the details of these appointments. Upon… -
Benin-Council of Ministers: Major Decisions of Wednesday, March 27, 2024
The Council of Ministers of Benin convened in an ordinary session on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, under the presidency of His Excellence Patrice Athanase Guillaume Talon. Several important resolutions were adopted during this assembly. Here are the main points. -
Benin: Ambulance Catches Fire in a Clinic in Cotonou
An ambulance vehicle fell victim to flames in Cotonou on this Tuesday, March 26, 2024. The fire broke out in the afternoon, close to the Martyrs’ Square in the heart of the city’s 12th district. According to witness statements reported… -
Presidential Elections in Senegal: Bassirou Diomaye Faye Receives Congratulations from ECOWAS
Following his victory in the presidential election on Sunday, March 24, 2024, in Senegal, Bassirou Diomaye Faye has received congratulations from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on Tuesday, March 26, 2024. The Economic Community of West African…