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The evolution of the jihadist threat in West Africa raises questions about the financing, equipment, and mobility capacities of armed groups. In Nigeria, the persistence of the insurgency in the Lake Chad basin is now accompanied by increased pressure in the northwest, near the borders with Niger and Benin. While several analyses mention the significance […]
The Beninese activist Julien Kandé Kansou, a member of the communication cell of the opposition party Les Démocrates, regained his freedom on Saturday after receiving a presidential pardon granted by the head of state Romuald Wadagni, on the occasion of the 66th anniversary of the country’s independence. At 34 years old, a writer and student, […]
On the occasion of the national holiday on August 1st, the President of the Republic, Romuald Wadagni, granted a presidential pardon to Julien Kandé Kansou. The writer and activist of the opposition party Les Démocrates, who was sentenced in April 2026 to two years in prison, has thus regained his freedom after several months of […]
Benin celebrated, on Saturday, August 1, 2026, the 66th anniversary of its accession to international sovereignty. Organized on the Boulevard de la Marina in Cotonou, the official ceremony was marked by several strong sequences, both institutionally and symbolically. The first national celebration presided over by Romuald Wadagni was notably marked by the return of Boni […]
On the occasion of the 66th anniversary of national sovereignty in Benin, President Romuald Wadagni delivered his first official speech on August 1st as head of state. In his statement, which he intended to be deliberately understated, Romuald Wadagni placed the duty of remembrance at the heart of his message by honoring the sacrifice of […]
On the occasion of the traditional National Message delivered on August 1, 2026, Benin’s national holiday, the President of the Republic, Romuald Wadagni, took a moment to honor the memory and dedication of the members of the armed forces and security. In his speech, the head of state invited all citizens to have a fraternal […]
After more than two years at the helm of the Ivorian national team, Emerse Faé will not continue his mission. The Ivorian Football Federation officially announced, this Friday, the end of his contract, praising the work accomplished by the French technician of Ivorian origin, particularly the qualification of the Elephants for the 2026 World Cup. […]
Captain Agueh Worou Yliassou was one of those officers whose commitment commanded respect and whose example endures through time. A leader of men, a warrior at heart, and deeply committed to his profession as a soldier, he left a significant mark on the operations conducted in Pendjari between 2021 and 2022. I will never forget […]
On the eve of the celebration of the 66th anniversary of Benin’s independence, Kamel Ouassagari reflected on the journey since 1960. Without ignoring the challenges faced, the member of the party Les Démocrates believes that the country must draw on its experience to continue its development and adapt to the challenges of its time. At […]
The African Guarantee and Economic Cooperation Fund plans to support the implementation of the Cotonou Plan 2026-2033. Its president, Nguéto Tiraïna Yambaye, discussed with the mayor of the city the mobilization of resources and the guarantee of loans necessary for financing municipal projects. The African Guarantee and Economic Cooperation Fund (FAGACE) expresses its willingness to […]
The decentralized meeting of the joint commission of the ECOWAS Parliament dedicated to micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) concluded on Friday, July 31, 2026, in Cotonou, after five days of work. As a member of the West African institution, Kamel Ouassagari expressed satisfaction with the meeting’s outcomes. While praising the strong mobilization of parliamentarians, […]
The Abomey-Calavi court took up a case of breach of trust and theft involving a rented vehicle on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. Following this first appearance with the complainant present, the case was adjourned until October 7, 2026, for further proceedings. According to the victim’s testimony reported by Bip Radio, the accused had entered into […]
As part of the fourth cycle of special operations to secure the national territory, law enforcement carried out a targeted raid in the municipality of Lokossa. A team from the Ouèdèmè district police station, supported by the Lokossa police station and elements of the PSI, arrested a trader suspected of illicit trafficking at the central […]
The Minister of Maternal and Primary Education, Armand Kuyema Natta, began an official tour to connect with stakeholders and officials in the education sector on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. He is making this visit accompanied by the advisor minister Paulin Gbénou. The delegation first visited the departments of Ouémé and Plateau to engage with departmental […]
The United Nations Security Council held its first informal secret ballot on Thursday, July 30, 2026, to evaluate the nominations for the succession of Secretary-General António Guterres. At the end of this straw poll, former Senegalese President Macky Sall received six favorable votes, seven unfavorable votes, and two abstentions. This exploratory poll brought together six […]
A violent fire devastated a snack bar located at the entrance of the Titirou market in Parakou on the afternoon of Wednesday, July 29, 2026. Although there were no reported human casualties, the incident raises serious concerns and questions among local residents. At the scene of the tragedy, the situation is dire. All equipment, furniture, […]
During the fourth day of their offsite meeting in Benin, members of the mixed commission of the ECOWAS Parliament visited the field on Thursday, July 30, 2026. The aim of this approach was to engage directly with the women at the modern PK3 market in Cotonou. Central to the discussions were customs hassles, the free […]
After the solemn installation ceremony of the members of the first term of the Senate this Thursday, July 30, 2026, in Porto-Novo, the institution is preparing for its official function. For the Beninese senators, the coming days will be dedicated to shaping the regulatory framework and establishing the necessary governing bodies for its activities, notably […]
On the sidelines of the official installation ceremony for the Senate members this Thursday, July 30, 2026, at the Palais des Gouverneurs in Porto-Novo, Me Robert Dossou spoke about the major challenges facing this brand new institution. In his statement, the former president of the Constitutional Court expressed feeling the “weight of a new responsibility.” […]
During the official installation session of the first members of the Beninese Senate on Thursday, July 30, 2026, in Porto-Novo, one of the newly installed senators, former president Patrice Talon, expressed his gratitude and commitment to the nation. Speaking after the ceremony, the senator stated that he felt proud and honored by the trust placed […]
The Senate of Benin officially took office on Thursday, July 30, 2026. Gathered at the National Assembly in Porto-Novo, the 25 members of this new institution were inducted during a solemn ceremony presided over by Elisabeth Pognon. The former president of the Constitutional Court led the proceedings in place of the former president Nicéphore Dieudonné […]
The dissolution of the National Autonomous Electoral Commission (CENA), formalized by the law of July 14, 2026, is entering its operational phase. Through a decree issued on July 22, 2026, President Romuald Wadagni has officially framed the closure of accounts and the management of the assets of the dissolved institution. To successfully carry out this […]
The advisors at the Constitutional Court will meet this Thursday, July 30, 2026, in the afternoon for a plenary session in the institution’s hearing room. Only one item is on the agenda for this session. The proceedings will focus exclusively on reviewing the constitutionality of law n°2026-13, amending law n°2024-26 of July 17, 2024, concerning […]
The installation ceremony for the members of the first mandate of the Senate, scheduled for Thursday, July 30, 2026, in Porto-Novo, will not include the election of the bureau members. This step has been postponed due to the unavailability of the internal regulations of the new institution. A session presided over by Élisabeth Pognon Due […]
