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The composition of the first mandate of the Senate continues to spark reactions in Benin. Criticized for including several personalities who have already held high positions in the government, the government stands by its decision. According to its spokesperson, the experience gathered by these former officials is an asset for the new chamber of Parliament. […]
The news is not good for Samuel Akindes Adékambi, former head of the 12th district of Cotonou, who appeared this Monday, July 6, 2026, before the Court of Economic Offenses and Terrorism (CRIET). During the hearing this Monday, the public prosecutor requested a severe sentence against the defendant. The hearing began late in the morning […]
A big turning point is happening in the political career of Louis Vlavonou. The former president of the National Assembly has officially chosen to sit in the newly established upper chamber of Parliament, the Senate. This choice marks the beginning of a new chapter for this key figure in Benin’s political life. To strictly adhere […]
Louis Vlavonou has officially resigned from his position as a deputy. This decision paves the way for his entry into the Senate, where the former president of the National Assembly will serve as a member by right, in accordance with the provisions of the revised Constitution. A new chapter opens in Louis Vlavonou’s political journey. […]
One month after the launch of the historic free emergency care measure in Benin’s public hospitals, it’s time for the first assessment. Invited to the sets of Bénin TV and Canal 3, the government’s spokesperson, Wilfried Houngbédji, shared results that the executive finds particularly encouraging. Behind the numbers lies a true transformation of access to […]
Carlos Queiroz has officially stepped down as the coach of Ghana after the Black Stars were eliminated in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup against Colombia (1-0). The Portuguese coach, who was brought in for a four-month interim period, reflected with pride and high standards, while calling for further development of Ghanaian […]
The Court for the Repression of Economic Offenses and Terrorism (CRIET) examined, on Thursday, July 2, 2026 during its correctional hearing, the case of a young reseller of food products accused of fraud. At 30 years old, the accused posed as a tax collector in order to extort funds from several business leaders and economic […]
After the announcement of the BEPC results on Friday, July 3rd, all eyes are now on the Office of the Baccalaureate, which has made public the official schedule for the single session of the 2026 BAC. This leads to the publication of the results for the single session in June 2026. According to the schedule […]
On the evening of Saturday, July 4, 2026, named A. J., a housewife aged about 38 and mother of five children, accidentally fell into an abandoned open pit. The tragedy occurred on a farm located in the Agnangnan neighborhood, in the Hounli district (Abomey municipality, Zou department). She was barely pulled out alive thanks to […]
Nearly a year after his arrest in Côte d’Ivoire and subsequent transfer to Benin, Beninese journalist Hugues Comlan Sossoukpè remains detained at the civil prison of Ouidah. One of his relatives, quoted by L’Alternative, is concerned about his detention conditions and mentions a regime marked by severe restrictions. Director of the online media Olofofo.info, Hugues […]
The President of the Republic of Benin, H.E. Mr. Romuald Wadagni, will undertake a state visit to Nouakchott, in the Islamic Republic of Mauritania, this Monday, July 6, 2026. This official trip follows the honor invitation from his Mauritanian counterpart, H.E. Mr. Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani, according to a statement from the presidency of […]
The diplomatic relations between Benin and Angola are taking a new turn. The two countries held their very first session of bilateral diplomatic and political consultations on Saturday, July 4, 2026, in Cotonou. This high-level meeting was co-chaired by the Beninese Minister of Foreign Affairs, Corinne Amori Brunet, and her Angolan counterpart, the Minister of […]
The Gbodjè Nassara district was the scene of a terrible tragedy this Sunday, July 5, 2026, around 8 a.m. According to information from Bip Radio, a retired chief warrant officer lost his life, killed by his own son within the family home. Alerted to the situation, members of the Republican Police immediately went to the […]
The African Football Confederation has officially launched the call for applications to host the Africa Cups of Nations in 2028, 2032, and 2036. The 54 member federations are now invited to submit their bids as part of a process overseen by the CAF and its technical partners. The African Football Confederation (CAF) has opened the […]
Beaten 3-2 by the Flamingos in Ikenne during the first leg of the third round of qualifiers, the U17 Amazons from Benin delivered a courageous performance. Thanks to their ability to respond to Nigerian attacks, they still have a chance before the return match scheduled for July 11 in Lomé. The U17 Amazons lost to […]
Bassirou Diomaye Faye is accelerating the structuring of his own political camp. According to the Senegalese press, the President of the Republic has entrusted Aminata Touré with the mission of leading the creation of his future political party. The former Prime Minister would thus take the lead of a task force responsible for defining the […]
At least 28 people were killed in a rebel attack on the town of Am-Dafock in northeastern Central African Republic, according to local sources. While the government claims to have regained control of the town, reports indicate ongoing incursions from the Sudanese border in an area where MINUSCA has also come under attack. A coalition […]
Former Ghanaian international Asamoah Gyan expressed his disappointment after Ghana’s elimination from the 2026 World Cup, pointing to the lack of intensity shown by the Black Stars. Defeated 1-0 by Colombia in their round of 16 match on Saturday morning, the Ghanaians leave the competition after a mixed performance. They started their tournament with a […]
Pushed to their limits by Cape Verde, the Argentinian world champions had to work hard to secure their qualification (3-2). Despite the elimination, the Blue Sharks leave with honors and praise from numerous football figures. Cape Verde’s journey ended in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup, but the image left by the […]
Benin: in the face of flood risks, the government calls for vigilance and civic responsibility In a press release dated July 4, 2026, in Cotonou, the Ministry of Interior and Public Security sounds the alarm over the heavy rains affecting the national territory. Weather forecasts indicate a continuation of the adverse weather conditions in the […]
With victories for Argentina against Cape Verde (3-2) and Colombia against Ghana (1-0), we now know the 16 teams qualified for the knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup. The knockout stage bracket for the 2026 World Cup is now complete. Following the last round of 16 matches played this Friday, the eight matchups for […]
A Nigerian, Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew, will appear on July 27, 2026, before the Federal High Court in Abuja on eight charges for allegedly creating a fake government agency, forging presidential appointment letters, and operating for over a year from an office within the Federal Secretariat Complex, according to a statement from the Presidency released on […]
The Vitrine Bénin Humour collective launched this Friday the fourth edition of its flagship festival, “A Night to Forget.” With digital professionalization, an open stage, and prestigious headliners, the event is asserting itself as the beating heart of Beninese humor. This is a meeting that, in just a few years, has transformed from a bold […]
Nigeria aims to strengthen its military cooperation with Benin and Niger in response to the expansion of terrorist groups in the sub-region. The announcement was made by the Nigerian Minister of Defence, retired General Christopher Musa, as authorities in Abuja express concern over the advance of armed fighters toward the northwest of the country. According […]
