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Le député Basile Ahossi, élu du Mono et deuxième vice-président du parti Les Démocrates, poursuit son repositionnement politique. Il a organisé ce samedi 29 novembre 2025 un grand rassemblement à Athiémé pour afficher son soutien au duo Romuald Wadagni et Mariam Chabi Talata, candidat de la mouvance à la présidentielle de 2026. Cette initiative marque […]
The only candidate for his succession, the president of the Cameroonian federation, Samuel Eto’o, was comfortably re-elected amid persistent institutional tensions. In office since 2021, the president of FECAFOOT, Samuel Eto’o, was re-elected for a second four-year term. Without a declared opponent, the former FC Barcelona striker was confirmed almost unanimously, winning 85 votes out […]
Boulevard Saint-Michel in Cotonou will be closed to traffic starting 1 December 2025. This decision is part of the sanitation works planned along this route. The affected area stretches between the Bourse du Travail and Pharmacie Camp Guézo. The works involve rehabilitating the roadway and rebuilding a section of Collector L, a strategic structure for […]
In Luanda for the 7th Summit of European and African leaders, the question of reparations for the worst crimes committed against Africa over more than four centuries of slavery and colonization was not raised at all; whereas the African Union (AU) made it the main topic of discussion within the organization this year. While Europe […]
Nigerian singer Tems praised Wizkid’s kindness and exemplary work ethic during an exchange with her fans on X. Nigerian star Tems revealed what she appreciates most about her fellow countryman and collaborator Wizkid. The singer spoke during a Q&A session with her fans on X. Asked by a fan what she particularly liked about the […]
Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye received Mariam Chabi Talata Zimé Yarou on Thursday, November 27, 2025. The Vice‑President of Benin, also Grand Chancellor of the national orders and president of the Conference of Francophone Chancellors, was on a mission in Dakar. The meeting focused on preparations for the next session of the Conference, scheduled for […]
In Benin, the former sub-prefect of Nikki, Abdoulaye Zimé, passed away on the night from Thursday to Friday, 28 November 2025, at the age of 70. He died after a long illness. The news plunged the town of Nikki into deep sadness. Born on 17 November 1955 in Sinendé, Abdoulaye Zimé was an Inspector of […]
The Republican Police has just announced a major reshuffling of the recruitment competition schedule for the seven hundred and fifteen trainee agents planned for 2025. The deadline for receiving applications, originally set for Friday, November 28, has been extended until Friday, December 5. This decision aims to allow a larger number of candidates to complete […]
A fatal accident occurred on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at the Sodohomè intersection in Bohicon. A young mother carrying her baby on her back was run over by a truck. She died at the scene. The child was found alive, with no apparent injuries, which caused strong emotion among witnesses. According to initial accounts gathered […]
Former international official Daniel Edah has written to the Presidents of the ECOWAS Commission and the African Union Commission about the political situation in Benin. In an open letter to the two regional institutions, the former presidential candidate in Benin addressed the conditions under which the 2026 general elections will be organized and the constitutional […]
The Republican Police carried out a large-scale security operation across the entire territory, according to information reported by Le Matinal. The operation was launched in several sensitive areas to prevent criminal acts and to strengthen surveillance during hours considered critical. The units involved stepped up identity checks and vehicle searches. The effort aims to detect […]
The construction site of the Musée international du Vodun, located at the entrance to Porto-Novo, was visited by the Minister of Tourism, Culture and the Arts, Babalola Jean Michel Hervé Abimbola, on Thursday, November 27, 2025. This visit is part of the close monitoring of the major cultural projects undertaken by the government. The minister […]
Two men suspected of belonging to a motorcycle theft and trafficking ring between Benin and Togo were arrested on November 24, 2025 by law enforcement in Boukoumbé. Several motorcycles of dubious origin were seized. Police say the ring operated through cross-border exchanges. Motorcycles stolen in Benin were shipped to Togo, while bikes stolen in Togo […]
The Court of Arbitration for Sport dismissed FEGUIFOOT’s appeal, definitively confirming Tanzania’s presence at AFCON 2025 despite the jersey number irregularity denounced by Guinea. The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) dismissed the Guinean Football Federation (FEGUIFOOT), which was contesting Tanzania’s qualification for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The appeal concerned an irregularity related […]
The African Union – European Union summit, held on 24 and 25 November 2025 in Luanda, was supposed to revive the partnership between the two blocs. Presented as a key moment to put African priorities back at the center, the event was ultimately marked by a strong shift from the initial agenda in favor of […]
A few weeks before the kick-off of AFCON 2025, former Senegal coach Aliou Cissé believes that Nigeria’s Super Eagles are among the most serious contenders for the title, alongside Senegal, Morocco, Algeria and Egypt. Senegalese coach Aliou Cissé named Nigeria’s Super Eagles among the main contenders for the title at the 2025 Africa Cup of […]
The Confederation of African Football has approved the increase in the number of players selected for AFCON 2025, giving teams greater flexibility to manage the physical demands and uncertainties of a month-long tournament. The Confederation of African Football officially announced on Thursday the expansion of squads for the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Each […]
The Ministry of Health is launching from December 1 to 7, 2025 a large national vaccination campaign against the Human Papillomavirus (HPV), aimed at girls aged 9 to 14 in all identified schools and public centres. This initiative seeks to provide lasting protection for adolescent girls against cervical cancer through a safe, effective and free […]
The Institut des Artisans de Justice et de Paix emphasizes the need for a calm atmosphere ahead of the 2026 general elections. The message was delivered during the twenty-fourth edition of its annual symposium. The event was held under the banner of social cohesion and civic responsibility. The chosen theme highlights electoral peace and the […]
A fire ravaged at dawn on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, the main auditorium of the Institute of Mathematics and Physical Sciences (IMSP) in Dangbo. The 250-seat building, used for classes and various academic ceremonies, was completely destroyed. According to a teacher living nearby, thick smoke was seen around 6 a.m. Local residents immediately alerted the […]
After Ayra Starr announced she was moving abroad, Nigerian singer Rema posted an enigmatic message about how success can strain relationships, sparking a lively exchange between the two artists. Nigerian singer Rema sparked a heated debate on social media after taking a veiled jab at his friend and collaborator Ayra Starr. According to the Daily […]
Construction work on a modern penitentiary has begun in Ouèdo. Installé sur une superficie de 4,3 hectares, le futur établissement vient répondre à la vétusté des anciennes infrastructures devenues inadaptées aux besoins actuels. The project includes accommodation units that meet standards, an equipped infirmary, areas dedicated to visits and modernized facilities for staff. The goal […]
The Republican Police released the results of “Operation Screen 2025”, dubbed in French “Opération Écran”, a measure carried out simultaneously at several strategic entry points to the country. According to information relayed by BIP Radio, checks were carried out at the border posts of Hillacondji, Hounsahoué and Sèmè-Kraké, as well as at the port of […]
CAF has confirmed the presence of two Beninese referees at AFCON 2025, a new recognition of the national refereeing corps’s growing expertise. The Confederation of African Football revealed the list of officials selected for the next Africa Cup of Nations, scheduled from 21 December 2025 to 18 January 2026 in Morocco. Among the 73 referees […]
