Benin
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Benin Introduces New Road Maintenance Approach with GENiS
Benin's road maintenance system to evolve with new performance-based contracts
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Benin
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Cotonou Hosts Sub-Regional Meeting on Human Rights
Cotonou, Benin's economic capital, is hosting a sub-regional meeting to redefine African approaches to human rights, democratic governance, peace, and inclusive development.
Benin
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Seven Benin Artists Exhibit at EU Residence Until February 2027
Seven Benin artists showcase works at the EU Residence in Porto-Novo until February 24, 2027, in an exhibition marking a new milestone for the Case Nomade Porto-Novo gallery.
Benin
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Chelsea Star Marc Cucurella Names Favorite Real Madrid Player
Marc Cucurella, a former Chelsea player, praises Real Madrid's Arda Güler for his technical skills and ability to improve team play.
Benin
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Benin: New Graphic Novel Revives Story of Prince Ouanilo Béhanzin
A new graphic novel, "BD historique: Le prince Ouanilo Béhanzin reprend vie," tells the story of Prince Ouanilo Béhanzin, whose family was torn apart by colonialism.
Benin
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Benin Establishes National Defense Council with New Permanent Secretary
Benin's Council of Ministers has appointed General Fructueux Gbaguidi as permanent secretary of the National Defense and Security Council.
Benin
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Cotonou Comedy Festival Returns for Second Edition
The Cotonou Comedy Festival is set to return for its second edition from December 1-6, 2026, in Cotonou, Abomey-Calavi, and Parakou, Benin.
Benin
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Benin's Guépards Prepare for Crucial CAN 2027 Qualifiers Against Central African Republic
Benin's national football team, the Guépards, have begun training in Abidjan ahead of their 3rd and 4th CAN 2027 qualifier matches against the Central African Republic.
Benin
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Benin and AES Countries' Joint Bid for CAN 2030 Under CAF Evaluation
CAF evaluates joint bid by Benin and AES countries to host 2030 Africa Cup of Nations
Benin
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General Abou Issa Takes Command of Benin's Armed Forces, Vows to Combat Terrorism
General Abou Issa assumes leadership of Benin's armed forces, pledging to shift from defensive to offensive strategy against terrorist groups.
Benin
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Benin's New Economic Program Aims for 7.7% Growth
Benin's government has approved a new economic program, PAG 2026-2033, aiming for 7.7% growth and a deficit below 3% of GDP.
Benin
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Benin Introduces Territorial Development Poles to Boost Local Economy
Expert Olivier Noukpokinnou advocates for decentralization that creates wealth