Politics

As the general elections approach in Benin, former deputy Guy Mitokpè raises his voice against the current government. In a public video shared on social media, he accused Patrice Talon’s regime of manipulating figures, repeated lies, and massive embezzlement of public resources through infrastructure projects. Guy Mitokpè stands firm on his accusations against the regime […]

Amidst a tour to revitalize its local structures, the Forces Cauris pour un Bénin Émergent (FCBE) party clearly outlines its ambitions for the 2026 general elections. On Sunday, June 1st, during the launch of operations to establish FCBE cells in the neighborhoods and villages of the 20th electoral district, the National Executive Secretary (SEN), Paul […]

The results are in after a night of counting: Karol Nawrocki, the nationalist candidate, won the Polish presidential election this Sunday with 50.89% of the votes, according to the official figures released this Monday by the national electoral commission. He narrowly defeated his liberal rival, Rafal Trzaskowski, the mayor of Warsaw, who garnered 49.11% of […]

Simone Gbagbo, former First Lady and spokesperson for CAP-CI, made an important request to President Alassane Ouattara concerning the 2025 presidential election. Four months before the presidential election, political tension is rising in Côte d’Ivoire. This weekend, the Coalition for Peaceful Alternation (CAP-CI) gathered tens of thousands of supporters in Abidjan. Led by Simone Gbagbo, […]

During his appearance on “L’entretien Grand Format” on Bip Radio, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Olushegun Adjadi Bakari, responded cautiously but firmly to recent statements by Me Adrien Houngbédji. Although the minister refrained from directly commenting on the words of the former President of the National Assembly, he nonetheless sent a clear message to the […]

Cotonou is set to host the 31st Africa Regional Assembly of the Parliamentary Assembly of La Francophonie (APF) from June 2 to 4, 2025. Ahead of this major event, the President of the APF and Vice President of the National Assembly of Cameroon, Hon. Hilarion Etong, arrived in Benin on Friday, May 30. Upon his […]

Appearing on Le Grand Rendez-vous de l’actualité, during the “En toute franchise” segment on Canal 3 Bénin, MP and political bureau member of the Republican Bloc, Benoît Dègla, commented on the current dynamics surrounding the selection of the presidential ticket for the 2026 elections. Speaking to journalist Christian Adandedjan, the lawmaker confirmed that discussions have […]

On Friday, May 30, 2025, President Patrice Talon hosted an unprecedented tripartite seminar at the Marina Palace, bringing together members of his government, the National Assembly, and the Economic and Social Council (CES). The objective: to equip the CES with an ambitious roadmap aligned with its expanded mandate and renewed purpose. Long regarded as a […]

Harvard University has scored a significant legal victory. On Thursday, federal judge Allison Burroughs issued a temporary suspension of a controversial decision by the Trump administration that sought to bar foreign students from enrolling at the university. On May 22, 2025, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security revoked Harvard’s certification to admit international students—a major […]

The Société des Infrastructures Routières et de l’Aménagement du Territoire (SIRAT SA) is under parliamentary scrutiny following a formal inquiry launched by MP Ouassagari Bio Sika Abdel Kamel. In an oral question with debate addressed to the government and made public via social media, the lawmaker is calling for clarity on the governance, operations, and […]

On May 28, 2025, Senegal took a significant step in its democratic journey with the opening of a national dialogue set to run until June 4. The goal: to fundamentally rethink the country’s political system and address key institutional challenges. At the heart of the agenda are proposals to reform the electoral system, enhance transparency […]

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appeared in court on Wednesday as part of his ongoing trial on charges of corruption, fraud, and breach of trust. Now 75, Netanyahu faces three separate cases, including allegations of receiving luxury gifts and engaging in quid pro quo arrangements with media conglomerates. The Israeli leader has categorically denied all […]

On May 24, 2025, the mayor of Tanguiéta, El Hadj Zakari Boukary, visited villages affected by recent terrorist attacks to reassure residents about the government’s security efforts aimed at protecting the population. Accompanied by several local officials, the mayor toured the villages of Batia and Sangou, both deeply impacted by insecurity in the region. While […]

As Benin gears up for the 2026 general elections, the issue of the quitus fiscal—the mandatory tax clearance certificate—has once again ignited political debate. In response, MP Orden Alladatin is putting forward a novel approach: voluntary disclosure of one’s tax status to end speculation and controversy. Speaking on Free Speech, a political program aired on […]

Appearing on the political talk show Zone Franche broadcast on Canal 3, Minister-Counselor Jacques Ayadji addressed recent criticisms made by former MP Guy Mitokpè, a member of the opposition party Les Démocrates, concerning the construction of the new National Assembly building. The discussion focused on the progress of the project, which has seen its completion […]

On May 21 and 22, 2025, the Moroccan Parliament hosted the 83rd session of the Executive Committee of the African Parliamentary Union (UPA) in Rabat. Presided over by Ali Kolouto Tchaïmi, speaker of the Chadian Parliament and current chair of the UPA Executive Committee, the session took place against the backdrop of mounting continental challenges. […]

As Benin heads toward its 2026 general elections, the political atmosphere is growing increasingly tense. Among the voices raising alarm is that of political activist Nourou Dine Saka Saley, also known as NDSS. Saka Saley has been outspoken in recent weeks, warning of what he describes as a “planned exclusion” of political contenders. In a […]

Daniel Edah, a former candidate in the 2016 presidential election and a well-known figure in Benin’s political landscape, has officially announced his candidacy for the 2026 presidential election. In a solemn speech filled with patriotism and a call for unity on Thursday, May 29, 2025, he positions himself as the man of a collective project […]