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The Court for the Repression of Economic Offenses and Terrorism (CRIET) heard a case on Thursday, March 13, 2025, involving online fraud allegations against a man accused of extorting money from a woman with whom he had a romantic relationship. The events took place in Abomey, where the complainant, who identifies herself as his former […]

Burkina Faso’s Defense and Security Forces recently carried out an operation in Solenzo, in the Boucle du Mouhoun region (West), to rescue 305 individuals held hostage by terrorists, according to a report aired Saturday evening by Radiodiffusion Télévision du Burkina (RTB, the national broadcaster). According to RTB, the 305 people—mainly family members—were being held in […]

An unusual incident occurred on Saturday night in Parakou. A hunter from the Tourou neighborhood in the city’s first district accidentally discharged his homemade rifle while passing near the Albarika motor park. The unintended shot injured a man who was nearby. The victim, wounded notably in the foot, was quickly assisted and transported to the […]

In response to a wave of outrage on social media, Benin’s Republican Police acted swiftly after two videos surfaced implicating one of its officers in an extortion case. The victim claims to have been forced to pay 20,000 CFA francs on the pretext of violating a traffic light regulation. Alerted by the public outcry, the […]

On Thursday, March 13, 2025, the Court for the Repression of Economic Offenses and Terrorism (CRIET) granted provisional release on bail to Dieudonné Aloukoutou, former Executive Secretary of the Kpomassè town hall. He is being prosecuted for abuse of office in a suspected fraud case related to the awarding of a public contract for the […]

Kpomassè has officially been designated as one of the qualified municipalities to host the Special Land Affairs Court. The National Assembly recently approved an amendment to existing legislation that establishes a special court for land disputes. The decision was made during the plenary session on Tuesday, April 30th. With this amendment, the municipality of Kpomassè […]

Due to the celebration of Labor Day, Wednesday, May 1, 2024, has been declared a public holiday, non-working and paid day across the entire national territory of Benin. The announcement was made through a statement from the Minister of Labor and Public Service.

On Tuesday, April 30, 2024, Benin received four fuel transport trucks as a generous donation from the United States. Benin has benefited from the support of the United States through a significant donation of four trucks specially equipped for fuel transport. This batch includes two trucks with a capacity of 40,000 liters intended for aircraft […]

Here is the complete list of one hundred and seventy (170) officers of the Benin Republican Police recently promoted to the rank of Police Brigadiers. Officers of the Benin Republican Police were promoted to the rank of Brigadier through a joint ministerial order signed on April 23, 2024, in application of the provisions of Article […]

The fine for not wearing a helmet has now been reduced by the Minister of Interior and Public Security. It has been lowered from 10,000 CFA to 5,000 CFA. The Benin government announced a reduction in the fine for not wearing a helmet. The announcement was made public on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, through a […]

A national census of deceased individuals who were registered in RAVIP will soon be launched. This was announced through an official statement signed by the Director General of ANIP. The operation, initiated by the National Agency for the Identification of Persons (ANIP), will involve the collection and recording of deaths of those who had participated […]

The tragedy that struck on Lake Nokoué last Sunday has worsened as two additional bodies were discovered, bringing the total number of fatalities to eight. On the afternoon of Sunday, April 21, 2024, a boat carrying twelve passengers lost control and capsized during its journey from the Kpankpan neighborhood in Cotonou to the village of […]

The newly established government in Senegal is pressing for the return of state property, including vehicles and official residences, previously used by members of former President Macky Sall’s cabinet. As part of the transition of power, former government members are required to forfeit the privileges associated with their previous positions. Among the requirements, they must […]

In recent days, social media has been rocked by a troubling resurgence of misconduct among officials responsible for enforcing traffic laws. These acts, contrary to the fundamental values and principles, have sullied the public image of the police institution and have provoked strong reactions within the higher ranks. Before the start of enforcement, official communications […]

Cameroonian President Paul Biya has made a significant gesture towards the pilgrims of his country for the Hajj 2024. He has granted them a subsidy. Paul Biya, the President of Cameroon, has brought relief to the pilgrims of the 2024 Hajj edition. He has awarded a subsidy to the participants of Hajj 2024. The news […]

The owner of the Restaurant Placali Abouré recently shared her journey as a culinary entrepreneur and the secrets to her financial success. In a Facebook post, Véronique Vonan Ahoussi, the founder of the VEVO group, unveiled how she became a millionaire starting with an initial investment of XOF 29,700. She claims to have realized her […]

On Tuesday, April 9, 2024, the Toffo police station witnessed an unexpected twist. The director of the Colli Agbamè preschool, who was arrested the day before in a fraud case along with two other individuals, was released the following day, Wednesday, April 10, according to information reported by Bip FM. It appears, from the words […]

Journalist Apollinaire Mewenemesse, who was arrested on March 28, 2024, for publishing an article concerning the death of an associate of Togolese President Faure Gnassingbé, has been released on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, according to reports from his lawyer to the AFP. Mewenemesse faced seven (07) charges including: “concocting and disseminating false news” with the […]

Burkina Faso announced on Monday a temporary suspension of wheat flour imports across the entire national territory. The Ministry of Industrial Development, Commerce, Crafts, and Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises announced, through an official statement dated April 8, 2024, a significant measure affecting economic actors in Burkina Faso. This announcement pertains to an immediate and temporary […]

The day of Wednesday, April 10, 2024, has been declared a public holiday, non-working and paid across the entire territory of Benin, in celebration of the Eid al-Fitr holiday. The information was made public through a communiqué from the Minister of Labor and Public Service.

The nation of Benin is mourning the loss of General Moumouni Zankaro, who passed away on Monday, April 8, 2024. Benin’s military is in mourning following the announcement of the death of General Moumouni Zankaro on Monday, April 8, 2024. According to reports broadcast by Bip FM radio, he died at his home, although the […]

Former President of the Constitutional Council of the Ivory Coast, Mamadou Koné, passed away on Monday, April 8, 2024, in the capital, Abidjan. The Ivorian judicial world mourns the sad news of the death of Mamadou Koné, who was the president of the Constitutional Council of Ivory Coast. On Monday, April 8, 2024, he left […]

The day of Monday, March 27, 2024, is declared a public holiday, off work, and paid throughout the entire territory of Benin. In a statement dated Wednesday, March 27, 2024, the Minister of Labor and Public Service, Adidjatou Mathis, declared Monday, April 1st to be a public holiday, off work, and paid throughout the national […]

From now on, the costs associated with impounding will no longer be settled at the Police Stations. These payments will now be made to the Public Treasury. The procedure for paying impound fees for vehicles has undergone a significant change. Now, fees associated with an impound resulting from a traffic violation must be paid to […]

An ambulance vehicle fell victim to flames in Cotonou on this Tuesday, March 26, 2024. The fire broke out in the afternoon, close to the Martyrs’ Square in the heart of the city’s 12th district. According to witness statements reported by Radio Bip FM, the ambulance suddenly caught fire after transporting a patient to this […]

A young visually impaired man is at risk of facing 5 years in prison for internet fraud. The man appeared before the Court for the Repression of Economic Crimes and Terrorism (CRIET) this Thursday, March 21, 2024. The defendant, who identifies himself as a motel manager in Ouidah, pled not guilty, according to reports from […]

An intelligence agent is facing a potential 2-year prison sentence for abuse of office. Involved in a case of abuse of office and slanderous accusation alongside a village chief and a herder, an intelligence agent is at risk of being sentenced to two years of imprisonment. The events occurred in a village located in the […]

Moov Africa Benin, through its Foundation, donated substantial materials to women’s groups on Friday, March 8, 2024, in Sô-Tchanhoué, to mark the International Women’s Rights Day. School kits were also distributed to the students of this district. The entire world is celebrating International Women’s Rights Day this Friday, March 8, 2024. Moov Africa Benin, via […]