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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 […]
Few goals, but plenty of suspense. The 21st matchday of Benin’s Ligue 1 for the 2025-2026 season confirmed the league’s intensity, with several draws and the gaps at the top of the standings still as tight. The 21st matchday of Benin’s Ligue 1 season 2025-2026 confirmed the balance of the championship, marked by numerous draws […]
A new political formation will soon enter the national scene. In a solemn statement made public this Sunday, March 22, 2026, the Beninese political figure Daniel Edah announced the transformation of his movement « Nous le Ferons » into a political party, thus marking a new step in his commitment within the opposition. In a […]
Just a few weeks before the presidential election on April 12, 2026, the opposition party Les Démocrates holds this Sunday, March 22, in Cotonou, an ordinary session of its National Council, presented as strategic for its political future. This meeting takes place in a particularly sensitive internal and national climate, marked by deep reshuffles within […]
A few weeks before the presidential election on 12 April 2026, Beninese young entrepreneurs and the diaspora demonstrated, on 14 March, an unprecedented mobilization in Sè, in the Houéyogbé commune, at a gathering organized by REJED-Bénin. Their message is clear: support the duo Romuald Wadagni – Mariam Chabi Talata for a victory in the first […]
Having arrived this winter, Ademola Lookman has quickly established himself as a key figure at Atlético Madrid, to the point of winning Raúl García over, who sees in him a future world-class player. The former Spanish international Raúl García did not spare praise for Ademola Lookman’s thunderous start in Atlético Madrid colors, going as far […]
The humanitarian organization Morelle reaches a milestone by becoming Morelle Alliance for Humanity, with the ambition to broaden its actions and strengthen its impact on vulnerable populations, in France as in Benin. After more than two years of field work, the Morelle Foundation reaches a decisive milestone by becoming Morelle Alliance for Humanity (MAH). A […]
Benin revises its schedule for the March FIFA dates, with a new opponent and a notable absence in its ranks. Initially slated to face Palestine and Guinea, the Leopards will ultimately have to adjust their preparation. The Palestinian team, prevented from traveling due to the security situation in the Middle East, has been replaced by […]
In response to persistent accusations alleging a supposed plot hatched by Benin with France to destabilize its neighbors, notably Niger, the Chief of the General Staff of the Benin Armed Forces, General Fructueux Gbaguidi, sought to clear up any ambiguity. Speaking on Bip Radio, the head of the Benin army firmly rejected suspicions of military […]
In a little over a month, the electoral court has cleared the entire backlog arising from the municipal elections of January 11, 2026. An unprecedented achievement that stabilizes the local political scene, while reviving the debate on the timetable for installing the elected officials. The judicial marathon following the municipal elections of January 11, 2026 […]
Ahead of the UEFA Champions League quarterfinal, Ademola Lookman is already looking ahead to a high-intensity duel against FC Barcelona. The tension is mounting as the quarterfinals approach. Having qualified after a spectacular two-legged tie against Tottenham, Atlético Madrid are set to face FC Barcelona for a place in the semifinals. Having already defeated the […]
Stripped of its title on a forfeit in favor of Morocco, Senegal strongly contests the decision of the Confederation of African Football and refuses to return the trophy. Tension has escalated around the AFCON 2025 final. While the Confederation of African Football decided to award the match as a loss to Senegal, the Senegalese team […]
In Abomey-Calavi, the mayor Nathanaël Koty visited the special prosecutor of the Court for the Repression of Economic Offences and Terrorism (Criet) on Friday, March 13, 2026, as part of an effort to strengthen cooperation between the municipality and specialized jurisdictions to address land issues. The hearing brought together several municipal officials and the special […]
A unit of the Benin Armed Forces escorted, on Thursday, March 5, 2026, a convoy of Nigerien military equipment bound for Niger, at the request of Niamey’s authorities, despite recent diplomatic tensions between the two countries. The convoy, deemed strategic by Nigerien officials, departed from Cotonou and transited through Lomé under Beninese escort. This marks […]
An outbreak of unrest broke out in the night of Monday, March 16, 2026 in Manigri, a locality in the Bassila commune, in the Donga department. Clashes pitted residents against security forces, according to information reported by Radio Fraternité FM. The provisional toll reports one death and several injuries. At the origin of the violence […]
The suspension of hospital internships observed in recent days by health science students in Benin has been lifted. This decision comes after a meeting on March 16, 2026, between the head of state, Patrice Talon, and health professionals in training.After the talks, the students decided to resume their hospital activities, thus ending the protest movement […]
The Benin government is launching a reform in the payment of pensions for retirees affiliated with the National Social Security Fund and the National Retirement Fund of Benin. Starting in March 2026, the affected beneficiaries will now receive a single monthly payment, instead of the two distinct payments previously in effect.This measure ends the dual […]
The former spokesperson for the opposition’s coordination framework, Antoine Guedou Vissétogbé, has offered his analysis of the reasons behind the failure of this political initiative intended to unite the opposition forces against the ruling power. According to him, several internal dysfunctions gradually weakened the coalition. He cites, in particular, a lack of regular strategic meetings, […]
The President of the Republic, Patrice Talon, received in Cotonou on Monday, March 16, 2026, health professionals in training as part of discussions on the suspension of hospital internships. This meeting comes after the authorities’ decision to temporarily suspend the clinical internships of health sciences students in several hospital centers across the country, a measure […]
