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After Otto Addo’s departure, the Ghana Football Association is awash with applications and is set to make a quick decision to relaunch the Black Stars ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The Ghana Football Association has seen a massive influx of applications for the post of head coach of the Ghana national team, left vacant […]
On a tour in Tchaourou and Savè, the Wadagni-Talata duo unveiled several major projects, including the construction of a bridge over the Okpara River and the revival of a sugar factory, with the aim of boosting the local economy. On a national tour to carry the project “Plus loin, ensemble” to victory in the presidential […]
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A scientific study conducted in Benin reveals striking figures about women’s sexual health, a reality that has long been under-documented in the country. Results show that almost all women in relationships suffer from pain or sexual difficulties, a situation that challenges health professionals, political actors, and civil society organizations. The survey, published in the Public […]
The Director-General of the National Agency for Market Management (ANaGeM), Eunice Kiniffo, announced a name change for two major market hubs in the country. According to her, the Mathieu Kérékou commercial hub will bear the name Tokpa Yoyo, while the Akassato agro-food hub is renamed Tokpa Daho. This decision is part of ANaGeM’s ongoing drive […]
Left reeling after Ghana’s heavy defeat to Austria, Otto Addo faces criticism but refuses to bow to pressure. The Black Stars coach already looks ahead to the expected bounce-back against Germany. The Black Stars coach, Otto Addo, acknowledged that his position remained “constantly under pressure,” regardless of results. Back in charge of the national team, […]
Gathered on Sunday, March 29, for an unprecedented meeting organized by Benin Uni et Solidaire (BUS), more than a thousand Beninese in Nigeria were mobilized and urged to weigh in on the April 12 vote, in favor of Romuald Wadagni. This is a first that leaves a lasting impression. On Sunday, March 29, 2026, the […]
Marked by an attacking display from Ayéma and several tight matches at the top, the 22nd matchday of the Benin Ligue 1 tightens the title race once again, with Coton FC narrowly holding the lead ahead of Buffles and SOBEMAP. The 22nd matchday of the Benin Ligue 1 delivered its share of surprises and confirmations, […]
In the run-up to the presidential election on April 12, 2026 in Benin, candidate Romuald Wadagni frames his project as a continuation of the economic reforms undertaken in recent years, with a particular emphasis on industrialization and local processing of agricultural products. According to him, the country has already taken a decisive turn thanks to […]
As part of the campaign for the April 12, 2026 presidential election in Benin, candidate Paul Hounkpè highlights an economic vision built around agriculture, industrialization, and inclusive growth. Supported especially by his team, this orientation starts from a clear assessment: despite an economic growth estimated at nearly 8% according to official data, a large segment […]
Benin is in mourning. The former diplomat and active participant in public debate, Benoît Illassa, has died, sparking widespread emotion in political circles and among the national public. A figure known for his blunt positions and constant engagement in debates of national interest, Benoît Illassa leaves behind the image of a free man, sometimes controversial, […]
In a cryptic message, Omah Lay hinted at a closeness to the Bible, reigniting speculation about his spiritual journey. A change of direction for Omah Lay. The Nigerian artist seems to be starting a new spiritual turning point after years of questioning. Hailing from Rivers State, the singer had in the past hinted at a […]
Benin beat Liberia 1-0 this Friday in Turkey, as part of the March 2026 FIFA window. At the Moulay Hassan Stadium in Morocco, Togo and Guinea finished with a 2-2 draw. The March 2026 FIFA window continued this Friday with several matches around the world. In Turkey, Benin faced Liberia in Antalya. A first test […]
Led by Moses Simon and Akor Adams, Nigeria’s Super Eagles defeated Iran (2-1) this Friday in Turkey (2-1) and are kicking off their international friendly tournament perfectly. Nigeria dominated Iran (2-1) this Friday afternoon in Antalya, Turkey, as part of the March 2026 FIFA day. Despite notable absences of Victor Osimhen and Stanley Nwabali, head […]
Driven by an unprecedented popular mobilization, the BUS platform has managed to reconcile Bantè, a municipality long disengaged from the polls, in favor of the Wadagni–Talata duo as the April 12 election approaches. In Bantè, popular fervor has shifted sides. In the afternoon of March 26, 2026, the Benin Unified and Solidarity Platform (BUS), with […]
The presidential ticket of Romuald Wadagni and Mariam Chabi Talata, representing the presidential movement in the election scheduled for April 12, 2026, will launch its campaign on Friday, March 27 in the town of Kandi, located in the Alibori Department. The event marks the effective start of the race toward the ballot, whose official period […]
As the April 2026 presidential election approaches, a reality is gradually taking shape in the Beninese political landscape: Romuald Wadagni now faces a political field that is largely locked, where only a few parties not officially aligned with his candidacy remain. Among them are Parti Communiste du Bénin, the Restaurer l’Espoir party of former minister […]
The High Authority for Audiovisual and Communication (HAAC) reminded the press bodies of their legal obligation to inform in the event of changes to the frequency or programming during the current electoral period. In a communiqué dated March 24, 2026, the regulatory institution emphasizes that, in accordance with the provisions of Article 128 of Law […]
Stopped in Sainte Cécile this Wednesday, as part of the operation “BUS AT YOUR DOOR”, the BUS welcomed new passengers. They are members of the Association of Sanitation Actors in the Petroleum Products Sector (AAASPP). A rally that strengthens the mobilization around the Wadagni-Talata duo, ahead of the presidential election on April 12, 2026. The […]
Alex Iwobi was the victim of a home burglary, losing watches, jewelry, and nearly £200,000 in cash, just as he had been making a splash with Fulham in the Premier League. The Super Eagles’ midfielder, Alex Iwobi, was targeted in a home burglary, losing items valued at around £500,000. According to Daily Sports, the player […]
Réunis ce mardi à l’annexe du MIC à Cotonou, autorités béninoises, Union européenne et CEDEAO ont lancé un atelier de quatre jours visant à structurer le commerce des services. Un secteur clé encore sous-exploité, appelé à devenir le moteur de l’intégration économique africaine. L’annexe du ministère de l’Industrie et du Commerce a servi de cadre, […]
The vice-president of the party Les Démocrates, Éric Houndété, does not recognize the election of Nourénou Atchadé as the party’s new president. In a statement to the press, he sought to present his version of the facts and to recount in detail how the National Council proceeded, during which this designation would have been formalized. […]
The nomination of Nourénou Atchadé to lead the opposition party Les Démocrates, announced at the Ordinary National Council on Sunday, March 22, 2026, divides the party’s leadership and militants. Questioned on Tuesday, March 24, by Africaho, former MP Kamel Ouassangari defended the procedure used and said that it respects the party’s internal rules. For him, […]
In Sakété, law enforcement stopped on Sunday, March 22, 2026, a person suspected of being at the heart of an illicit trade in counterfeit medicines. The operation, carried out in the Araromi neighborhood, is part of the intensified fight against the circulation of illegal pharmaceutical products in Benin, according to police sources. A search conducted […]
On the occasion of the March international break, African national teams are lining up matches around the world, with several high-profile fixtures against European, South American and Asian nations, From South America to Asia via Europe, African national teams are preparing to experience an international break that will be particularly dense. On the program: prestigious […]
The Autonomous National Electoral Commission has published the official list of polling centers outside the territory for the presidential election on April 12, 2026. The aim is to enable Beninese citizens living outside the country to fully participate in the vote.In Africa, several capitals and major cities host polling stations. In Senegal, Dakar has three […]
The candidate of the presidential camp and the head of state’s heir apparent, Romuald Wadagni, unveiled, on Saturday, March 21, 2026, the broad outlines of his plan for society ahead of the presidential election. A presentation closely followed in political and social circles, notably by unionist Anselme Amoussou, secretary general of the Confederation of Autonomous […]
Originally announced for Saturday, March 21, the Les Démocrates party’s National Council will finally be held on Sunday, March 22, 2026 at 10:00 in Cotonou. The postponement is twenty-four hours. According to information gathered from sources close to the organization, this shift is not insignificant. It coincides with a major political sequence planned in the […]
Barred from running in the presidential election on April 12, 2026, the party Les Démocrates grants itself a final window to decide. Gathered on March 13 in Cotonou, its national coordination announced the holding of a national council on Saturday, March 21, aimed at determining an official position on a possible endorsement of one of […]
A self-confessed bachelor, Asake says he wants to take his time before starting a family. Between faith, patience, and his career, the Nigerian star says he is waiting for “the right moment” to commit. The Afrobeats star Asake, whose real name is Ahmed Ololade, has lifted the lid on his love life, stating that he […]
Having scored against Real Madrid, Ademola Lookman has made his mark, as Atlético Madrid were beaten 3-2. In the mixed zone, his coach Diego Simeone praised his progression, while also pointing out areas for improvement. Despite the defeat in the Madrid derby, Diego Simeone did not fail to praise Ademola Lookman’s performance. The Super Eagles […]
