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The internal regulations of the Beninese Senate, adopted on July 30, 2026, in Porto-Novo, provide for a specific procedure when a deputy is implicated in acts or statements deemed contrary to several fundamental principles. In some cases, the sanction can lead to the revocation of their mandate. The Beninese Senate now has a mechanism allowing […]
The Ministry of Early Childhood and Primary Education is taking firm measures to combat teacher and school director absenteeism during the pre-school year period of 2026-2027. Through a statement, the ministerial authorities announced an enhancement of on-site inspection controls to put an end to these recurring shortcomings. In order to inform all educational stakeholders about […]
Elected president of the Senate on August 6, 2026, Patrice Talon now has several powers provided by the internal regulations of the new chamber. Among them is the appointment of the Secretary General of the Senate and his deputy, after consulting the other members of the Bureau. Elected by his peers, Patrice Talon has officially […]
Ghana and Burkina Faso have signed a defense cooperation agreement aimed at enhancing security on the trade corridors linking the two countries. The arrangement is particularly intended to better protect goods and transporters exposed to security risks in this trading area. The agreement was announced on Monday, August 10, by the Ghanaian Ministry of Defense. […]
Japan has granted Nigeria a subsidy of approximately 587 million yen, or 3.7 million dollars, to improve the production and availability of certified rice seeds. The project aims to help increase agricultural yields as the country still imports nearly 30% of the rice it needs for consumption. The Japanese funding is intended to strengthen national […]
In light of the decline of traditional mail and the rise of e-commerce, Burkina Faso wants to adapt the rules applicable to the postal sector. The ministry in charge of Digital Transition, Posts, and Electronic Communications launched a workshop in Koudougou dedicated to preparing the application texts of the new law on the general regulation […]
Guinea and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) services have reached a preliminary agreement for a new economic and financial program supported by the Extended Fund Facility. The arrangement could mobilize about 425 million dollars, pending approval by the institution’s board of directors. This agreement comes as Conakry seeks to consolidate its macroeconomic balances while preparing […]
The Canadian group Fortuna Mining has announced the acquisition of the Bambadji gold exploration project in Senegal for 200 million dollars. Located near Diamba Sud, another project owned by the company, the asset is set to strengthen the group’s presence in the Mako gold belt. The operation involves an exploration permit covering approximately 190 km² […]
Burkina Faso is accelerating the development of its thermal capacities to meet the rising demand for electricity and reduce its dependence on imports. The Bobo 2 power plant, which started operation on August 7 in Bobo-Dioulasso, is one of the latest facilities added to the national grid. Since the beginning of 2026, several thermal projects […]
is consolidating its military cooperation team based in Cotonou. Lieutenant Colonel Vincent Anthonioz has been appointed Deputy Defense Attaché at the French Embassy in Benin, supporting Lieutenant Colonel Arnaud Ardillier, the incumbent Defense Attaché. An experienced profile to support Beninese forces Coming from the General Directorate of International Relations and Strategy (Dgris) of the […]
A tragedy occurred in the village of Adamè, located in the Avogbanan district (Bohicon municipality). The lifeless body of a young seamstress, around 25 years old, identified by the initials E. A., was found at the bottom of a well nearly 60 meters deep in a home in the Tabadé neighborhood. Due to the technical […]
In a directive dated August 10, 2026, and signed by its president Joseph Djogbénou, the Progressive Union for Renewal (UP-R) has framed the process for selecting its members to serve as village chiefs (CV) and neighborhood chiefs (CQ). To be eligible for these roles under the party’s banner, members must be part of the competence […]
The Togba district police station has dealt a heavy blow to local crime with the arrest and detention on Monday, August 10, 2026, of four individuals, including one woman. Located in the Dodja neighborhood, the members of this group are being pursued for aggravated theft, conspiracy, and trafficking of psychoactive substances. A well-practiced method between […]
Agents of the Autonomous Port of Lomé began a 72-hour strike on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at the call of the Union of Agents of the Autonomous Port of Lomé (SYAPAL). Workers are denouncing the lack of progress on their social demands after several weeks of discussions with management. The movement is expected to continue […]
Peter Okoye, a member of the famous duo P-Square, opened up about a particularly difficult time in his childhood. The Nigerian singer claims not to fear death, but admits that poverty, which he experienced with his family, remains his greatest fear. Peter Okoye, a member of the famous Nigerian duo P-Square, shared the main fear […]
The internal regulations of the Senate, adopted on July 30, 2026, in Porto-Novo, specify the various acts through which the new institution may intervene. From “opinion” to “ordinance,” including resolution, decision, and decree, the text particularly frames its powers regarding laws, political life, and potential sanctions against political actors. The Beninese Senate is progressively detailing […]
Colonel Mohammed Alhassan Ma’aji, facing charges for his alleged involvement in a coup plot in Nigeria, told investigators he acted out of “patriotism” and to provoke political change. His statements, published by the Nigerian media Premium Times, shed light on the motivations put forward by one of the main defendants. Six retired military personnel and […]
The opposition party Les Démocrates is preparing to remobilize its grassroots structures. The party’s activists are invited to gather this Sunday, August 16, 2026, in Parakou. Under the leadership of their president Nourénou Atchadé, the meeting will take place at the party’s departmental headquarters. This gathering comes in a unique political climate, characterized by the […]
Adopté le 30 juillet 2026 à Porto-Novo, le règlement intérieur du Sénat béninois fixe les règles d’organisation, de fonctionnement et d’intervention de la nouvelle institution. En 103 articles, le texte précise notamment les pouvoirs du Sénat sur certaines lois, son rôle dans la régulation de la vie politique, les procédures de sanction des acteurs politiques […]
The central district police station of Gogounou made a significant strike in the fight against spiritual scams by arresting, on Sunday, August 9, 2026, an individual posing as a marabout. The suspect allegedly extorted a large sum of money from a woman who came to consult him to resolve a recurring issue of her savings […]
The commentator Youssouf Bathily, known as Ras Bath, and the activist nicknamed Rose have been appearing since August 10 before the Bamako Court of Appeal. They are contesting the charges of association with wrongdoers and undermining the credit of the State, its institutions, and its leaders. The first hearing primarily focused on audio recordings presented […]
Senegal imported 982,106 tons of wheat in 2025, according to data from the National Agency for Statistics and Demography (ANSD). The volume is close to the million-ton threshold, in a context marked by increasing consumption and the development of processing capacities. The figures are included in the annual report on foreign trade published by ANSD […]
Senegal exported 22,441 tons of crude peanut oil in 2025, its highest level in six years. This increase comes as authorities seek to strengthen local processing of peanuts and enhance the added value generated by the sector. According to data from the National Agency for Statistics and Demography (ANSD), published in its annual report on […]
Candidates declared eligible for the recruitment competition of 150 Customs officials for the year 2024 are summoned for a medical examination on Monday, August 17, 2026, in Cotonou. The examination will take place at the Medical-Social Center of the Garrison. According to a notice from the Director General of Customs, the concerned candidates, whose names […]
