Benin · Desk
Reported stories, developing updates, and quick explainers from the newsroom
Benin's Minister of Small and Medium Enterprises, Awaou Baco, launches the 2026-2027 vocational training year at Djougou, aiming to enhance technical and professional education.
Le gouvernement béninois a remis des équipements de 241 millions FCFA au CFPA de Djougou pour renforcer les centres de formation professionnelle.
Les ministres des Affaires étrangères de l'AES annoncent un partenariat avec la CEDEAO basé sur un cadre juridique clair devant des membres de la diaspora à New York.
A review of Benin's press on September 29, 2026, discussing various topics including politics and governance.
Burkina Faso opens its first gold refinery, RAFFINOR-BF, aiming to process all its gold locally and boost economic independence.
Bénin's Romaine Gandonou is in the running for the best goal at the U20 Women's World Cup.
Cotonou, Benin will host the 8th UEMOA Congress of Accountants from October 21-22, 2026, at the Palais des Congrès, bringing together accounting and financial professionals from the region.
Russia launches drone strikes on Ukrainian data centers and infrastructure, targeting sites it claims support Ukrainian military operations.
Exiled President Umaro Sissoco Embaló to run in Guinea-Bissau's December presidential election
Meschac Gaba's "Bénin Relevé" or "Hommage à Patrice Talon" exhibition opens in Cotonou from September 30 to October 6, showcasing the artist's perspective on Benin's development.
Police in Benin's Kpomassè arrest three for stealing 35 bulldozer filters and a fuel pump gun from a construction site.
Bill Gates cautions that finding a global agreement on AI will be more challenging than nuclear disarmament talks during the Cold War.
