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The Walô Dance Center hosted, on May 23 and 24, 2026, two sold-out performances of the show Ce qu’il en coûte by Amour Aïou. Between acclaimed performances, artist testimonials, and audience engagement, the event confirms the rise of the comedian on the Beninese stage. The Walô Dance Center welcomed the show Ce qu’il en coûte […]
Romuald Wadagni revealed his first government just hours after his swearing-in, with a team characterized by economic continuity, the maintenance of security issues at the presidency, and a notable renewal in diplomacy. The creation of a portfolio dedicated to digital transformation and artificial intelligence also reflects the new president’s desire to open a new cycle, […]
The presence of Niger’s Prime Minister Ali Mahamane Lamine Zeine at the inauguration of Romuald Wadagni sends a strong signal of de-escalation between Cotonou and Niamey, following three years of diplomatic and economic tensions. While not marking a complete normalization, this high-level delegation opens a possible “new path” between Benin and AES countries, with the […]
Romuald Wadagni publicly announced the composition of his first government team on the evening of his assumption of office. The new executive, formalized by decree No. 2026-314 of May 24, 2026, includes 22 ministers and three delegated ministers. Key appointments include Yvon Détchénou as Minister of Justice, Aristide Médenou as Minister of Economy and Finance, […]
The Walô Dance Center hosted the first performance of the show Ce qu’il en coûte by Amour Aïou on Saturday, May 23, 2026, to a full house. Amid laughter, artist testimonials, and public enthusiasm, the evening confirmed the rise of the comedian on the Beninese scene. The Walô Dance Center was filled with laughter and […]
The presence of delegations from Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso at the inauguration of Romuald Wadagni marks an important diplomatic signal after several years of tensions between Cotonou and the AES countries. While it doesn’t immediately normalize relations, this participation opens a window for dialogue on sensitive issues, notably regional security, the Nigerien border, and […]
In his first presidential speech, Romuald Wadagni promised to make economic growth a concrete lever for improving the daily lives of Beninoise people. The new head of state notably announced an agricultural social protection, while showing a firm stance against security threats and a desire for regional cooperation in a tense sub-regional context. The new […]
Romuald Wadagni will take the oath this Sunday at the Palais des Congrès in Cotonou, becoming the fifth president of the Republic of Benin and officially succeeding Patrice Talon after ten years in power. Former Minister of State for Economy and Finance, he will inherit a country engaged in deep institutional, economic, and security reforms, […]
The dismissal of Ousmane Sonko from the Prime Minister’s office on Friday, May 22, 2026, marks a significant break at the top of the Senegalese state. Amid political tensions, power struggles within PASTEF, and the looming presidential election of 2029, the former Prime Minister now appears committed to a strategy of outright opposition against President […]
The Nigerian telecom regulator has published a draft of operational rules aimed at regulating virtual mobile operators and their relationships with major host networks. This public consultation seeks to unlock a market that has been open since 2023 but remains largely inactive due to a lack of commercial agreements between MVNOs and historical operators like […]
On May 22, 2026, Claudy Siar experienced a highly symbolic moment in Ouidah by officially discovering his Beninese roots within the Zossoungbo lineage. Through a ceremony blending memory, vodoun spirituality, and national recognition, the former Guadeloupean RFI presenter is part of the movement of return for Afro-descendants encouraged by the new Beninese nationality law. He […]
The Office of the Baccalaureate of Benin has opened online consultation for table numbers and examination centers for free candidates for the June 2026 session. Invitations are also available for pick-up at departmental offices, while the written exams are scheduled from June 15 to 18. The Office of the Baccalaureate of Benin has launched an […]
Ousmane Loum, portrayed as the former brother-in-law of Senegalese international Mbaye Diagne, has been referred to the financial prosecutor’s office in an alleged case of breach of trust involving 100 million CFA francs. The case concerns a failed real estate transaction in Almadies, Dakar, for which the accused claims to have acted only as an […]
Bassirou Diomaye Faye launched the consultations for national dialogue by receiving several former Prime Ministers at the Palace of the Republic. Presented as a consultation process on the major challenges facing the country, the initiative is contested by part of the opposition and also raises concerns within Pastef itself, where some denounce a dialogue with […]
The Muslim Union of Togo has expelled the imam of the central mosque in Kpalimé and temporarily closed the building following violence that occurred during Friday prayers on May 15, 2026. The decision comes amid an ongoing conflict within the local Muslim community, characterized by tensions regarding governance and the management of religious institutions. The […]
A man known on TikTok by the pseudonym “Didierlegouverneur,” identified as Ahouandjinou Didier, was placed under arrest and transferred to prison on Monday, May 18, 2026, following his presentation to the special prosecutor of the Court for the repression of economic offenses and terrorism (CRIET). He is accused of disseminating a sexually explicit video involving […]
In Porto-Novo, about fifty women from various backgrounds participated in an intensive training session focused on political leadership, afrofeminism, and women’s rights, as part of a regional initiative led by the Network of Women Leaders for Development (RFLD), with support from BMZ and GIZ. Over two days, participants were equipped with knowledge about power mechanisms, […]
The executives of the National Assembly of Benin participated on May 19 and 20, 2026, in a workshop dedicated to protocol and parliamentary diplomacy. The meeting, organized in Porto-Novo at the Antoine Kolawolé Idji multipurpose hall, is part of the Parliamentary Accompaniment and Cooperation Program (PACOP) initiated in partnership with the French Parliament. At the […]
The HAAC has launched a call for applications for the granting of new broadcasting licenses for private television on digital terrestrial television (DTT), satellite channels, and private radio stations in Benin. Interested promoters have until July 3, 2026, to submit their applications, in the context of a gradual reorganization of the Beninese audiovisual landscape. The […]
Gathered this Monday at the Xwéfa reception house in Cotonou (formerly Chant d’Oiseau), about twenty journalists participated in a training focused on climate justice, initiated by Amnesty International. At the heart of the discussions: the role of the media in raising awareness about environmental issues, the impacts of climate change on vulnerable populations, and the […]
