Technology

As part of modernizing higher education, the government is undertaking full project-management and equipment-supply missions for the installation of modular blocks dedicated to digital campuses within public universities. This initiative is part of the implementation of a large distance-education project aimed at sustainably strengthening the quality of university education. Its operationalization relies on creating an […]

The Council of Ministers has validated a decisive step in the reform of the energy sector. Meeting on January 28, 2026 in Cotonou, the Executive approved the guidelines of the Master Plan for the development of the electricity sub-sector through 2045, as well as the National Electrification Plan and the Off-Grid Electrification Plan in their […]

Du 02 septembre au 31 décembre 2025, trois alumnis béninois du Pan African Youth Leadership Program (PAYLP) ont lancé à Tankpè un projet de formation innovant à l’intelligence artificielle et au leadership, grâce à une subvention du gouvernement américain via Meridian International. Mis en œuvre à l’école secondaire de Tankpè, Bénin Young Tech Leaders a […]

The prospect of Benin rejoining the ranks of oil-producing countries, initially announced for 2025, is experiencing technical delays that push back the planned schedule. According to Ecofin Agency, the project is moving forward, but at a slower pace than expected. Since August 2025, the local subsidiary of Akrake Petroleum, operator of the Sèmè offshore block, […]

The Government of Benin announced on Thursday, November 6, 2025, an ambitious water infrastructure project to strengthen the resilience of the agricultural and livestock sector. At the Council of Ministers on Wednesday, November 5, it was decided to begin construction of 60 new agropastoral water reservoirs, as well as the rehabilitation of 20 others, in […]

The Council of Ministers, which met in ordinary session on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, appointed the members of the Investment Committee of the Rural Electrification and Renewable Energy Fund (FERER). Four government ministers were selected to sit on this essential body responsible for managing and guiding the fund, in accordance with Decree No. 2024-1397 of […]

Benin’s economic capital on Monday hosted the 6th edition of the Climate Chance Africa Summit, a major gathering of non-state climate actors. Under the theme “Renewable energy, adaptation and biodiversity: challenges and perspectives,” the event puts Benin in the spotlight as a key player in ecological transitions in Africa. Organized jointly by Cotonou City Hall […]

Nine major projects of the Ministry of Energy, Water, and Mines (MEEM) have just been suspended by decision of the Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (ARMP). In an official notice made public on August 12, 2025, the institution halted procedures deemed irregular, citing non-compliance with several provisions of the Public Procurement Code, according to LaMarinabj. Projects […]

Benin is taking a new step toward realizing its ambition to make Sèmè City a leading academic, scientific, and technological hub in West Africa. The government approved the Resettlement Action Plan (RAP) concerning the construction of the main campus of the Innovation City in a council of ministers meeting on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. Planned […]

In the face of the alarming rise of cybercrime, Nigeria is opting for an innovative response. Instead of simply focusing on repression, the authorities announce the creation of an academy specializing in the professional retraining of former hackers. This unprecedented program is aimed at individuals who often have a strong technical background, acquired outside official […]

The Beninese National Assembly adopted on Monday, July 7, 2025, a bill amending the legal, tax, and customs regime applicable to the Niger-Benin export pipeline project (PENB). These adjustments aim to strengthen the legal security of the project partners and to anticipate possible disruptions related to regulatory or international changes. According to the voted text, […]

The Beninese government is taking a new step in its strategy to reposition Sème City as a regional hub of excellence. In a cabinet meeting this Wednesday, several decrees were adopted to implement the institutional and functional restructuring of this innovation and knowledge campus, decided in December 2024. These texts now define the new governance […]

In a report covering the period 2021-2024, the Agency for Information Systems and Digital Technology (ASIN) paints a troubling picture of the security of information systems of state institutions and infrastructure operators. Prepared by the Beninese Computer Security Incident Response Team (bjCSIRT), this document records 878 computer vulnerabilities detected over the last three years. A […]

OpenAI’s ChatGPT service has been experiencing a global outage since the morning of Tuesday, June 10, 2025. Some users are facing slow response times, while others are experiencing complete interruptions. Is ChatGPT working normally for you? The global outage alert was raised by users on the social networks X, formerly Twitter, and Reddit. They reported […]

Starting August 1, 2025, the Benin Prison Agency will require a new digital authorization system for all prison visits. Families, lawyers, NGOs, and institutions must now go through the official online platform or the “Justice BJ” mobile application to obtain a visitation permit. This measure aims to improve transparency, security, and traceability of visits within […]

In Beijing, sports and technology came together for an unprecedented event: a half-marathon exclusively for humanoid robots. On Saturday, in the Yizhuang Technological Development Zone, dozens of machines—some nearly two meters tall and weighing up to 90 kilograms—lined up at the starting line for a race unlike any other in the world. The robots, some […]

By 2025, the gap between the iPhone and Android smartphones has widened—this time not in Apple’s favor. The turning point? The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into mobile operating systems. Long considered the benchmark for smooth performance and premium hardware, Apple now appears to be trailing behind the advancements made by Google and its partners. […]

According to industry outlet Electrive, Tesla has made a bold symbolic move with the launch of a massive charging hub on the grounds of its Berlin Gigafactory. The facility, boasting an impressive 547 charging points, can deliver up to 250 kW of power. Specifically, it includes 19 fast Superchargers (V4) operating on DC current, while […]

WhatsApp, the popular messaging platform, has recently updated its minimum age requirement for users, lowering it from 16 to 13 years to align with international usage policies. WhatsApp has introduced new regulations regarding its use, one of which includes a significant update likely to spark interest among users, especially those with teenagers at home. The […]

Recently announced at a cabinet meeting, the date for the transition from an eight (08) to a ten (10) digit dialing plan has finally been disclosed. The shift from an eight (08) to a ten (10) digit dialing plan in Benin has been officially declared during the cabinet meeting on Wednesday, March 6th, 2024. This […]

Facebook, Messenger, and Instagram are operational again after a brief outage. This Tuesday afternoon, the highly frequented social networks Facebook, Messenger, and Instagram experienced significant disruptions. Users found themselves unable to access their profiles due to a global service interruption. Fortunately, this outage was short-lived, and services were restored after a few hours. The incident […]