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Benin's 'Le Russe' TikToker Faces 5-Year Prison Sentence
Luc Mègnigbèto, known as 'Le Russe' on TikTok, faces 5 years in prison and a $830 fine for harassment and incitement to rebellion.
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Commune de Kérou : 3,1 milliards FCFA pour améliorer les services aux populations en 2027
La commune de Kérou adopte un budget primitif de 3,11 milliards FCFA pour 2027, visant à renforcer les investissements de proximité et améliorer les services aux populations.
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Benin's U15 Team Thrashes Cuba and Nigeria in FIFA World Cup and Festival
Benin's U15 team defeats Cuba 4-0 and Nigeria 6-3 in FIFA World Cup and Festival U15.
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Benin Plans $1.3 Billion Climate Investment for 2027
Benin's government plans to invest 797.5 billion CFA francs in climate-related projects in 2027.
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Benin's Cotonou Municipality Hosts Open Days to Engage Citizens
The Cotonou municipality in Benin has launched a three-day open day event to engage citizens in the development of the city, promoting transparency and citizen participation.
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Benin's President Wadagni Explores UAE's Cultural Heritage
Benin's President Romuald Wadagni visits UAE's Grand Mosque and Sheikh Zayed's mausoleum
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Benin Adopts New Road Code to Enhance Safety and Organization
Benin's parliament has adopted a new road code to improve road safety and organization, addressing issues like drunk driving, speeding, and chaotic parking.
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Harry Kane's Ballon d'Or Win Offers Four Key Lessons
Harry Kane wins Ballon d'Or 2026 after exceptional season with 73 goals in 65 matches
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Benin Hosts 12th Africa Think Tanks Summit and ACBF Governors' Council Meeting
Over 300 institutions from 50+ countries gather in Cotonou for 12th Africa Think Tanks Summit
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Benin Launches National Administrative Simplification Prize
Benin's government has launched the National Administrative Simplification Prize to encourage citizens and public and private sector actors to propose solutions to administrative difficul...
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Mali Forces Strike Presumed Terrorist Gatherings Near Timbuktu and Segou
Mali's military forces conduct airstrikes on suspected terrorist groups in Timbuktu and Segou regions, continuing operations against armed groups.
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Lamine Yamal Finishes Third in 2026 Ballon d'Or, Harry Kane Wins for First Time
Lamine Yamal finished third in the 2026 Ballon d'Or, behind Harry Kane and Kylian Mbappé, who finished second.