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October 2026 (36)
The Fondation Claudine Talon's Impact on Beninese Public Health
The Fondation Claudine Talon has become a central force in Benin's healthcare sector, focusing on pediatric oncology infrastructure and patient support.
Abdoulaye Bio Tchané Visits International Forum on Living Environment
Abdoulaye Bio Tchané attended the fourth International Forum on Living Environment in Benin to discuss sustainable urban development and carbon neutrality.
Promoting Beninese Literature in Local Consumption Initiatives
Prudentienne Gbaguidi Houngnibo advocates for including Beninese literature in the Mois du Consommons local initiative to support authors and cultural
Cotonou to Host 8th UEMOA Chartered Accountants Congress
Cotonou will host the 8th UEMOA Chartered Accountants Congress on October 21-22, 2026, focusing on financial transparency and regional economic
Cotonou Prepares for Second Transport and Logistics Summit
Cotonou will host the second Rencontres Transport Logistique summit from November 12 to 14, 2026, to discuss regional supply chain and trade connectivity.
Germany and Benin Strengthen Cultural Cooperation
German and Beninese officials met in Cotonou to discuss the restitution of colonial-era cultural property and enhance ongoing museum cooperation efforts.
Minister Yahouédéou Launches National Tour for Benin Territorial Development
Minister Janvier Yahouédéou has launched a national tour of Benin to evaluate infrastructure needs for the implementation of six territorial development
ECOWAS Court of Justice Elects New Leadership
The ECOWAS Court of Justice has elected Charlyne M. Brumskine as president and Désiré Henri Aïhou as vice-president for a two-year leadership term.
Benin Partners with Producer Fifi Fender to Define National Sound
The Beninese government is collaborating with producer Fifi Fender to create a unique national musical identity that highlights the country's cultural
Benin Launches Initiative to Develop National Sound Identity
The Benin Ministry of Culture is developing a national sound identity to document traditional rhythms and increase the global visibility of local music.
Black Starlets Prepare for Key Benin Clash
The Ghana Black Starlets have finished their final training session in Ouagadougou ahead of their WAFU Zone B U17 Championship match against Benin.
Second Teacher Drowns in Benin's Zou Department
A second teacher has drowned in Benin's Zou Department, with a 27-year-old teacher losing his life in Ahogbéya village after falling into water with a
FranquiShop Franchise Fair Debuts in Benin
FranquiShop's first franchise fair in Benin takes place in Cotonou on October 15, 2026, connecting international brands with local investors and
Hijacked Rice Truck Recovered Near Nigerian Border
A truck carrying 1,100 bags of rice, hijacked in Djeffa, Benin, has been recovered in Akpro-Missérété. A portion of the stolen cargo was found near the
Nourénou Atchadé Elected President of Les Démocrates
Nourénou Atchadé has been elected president of the opposition party Les Démocrates for a three-year term, succeeding Boni Yayi.
Benin Road Safety Authority Clarifies Technical Inspection Deadlines
The Centre national de sécurité routière in Benin has issued a reminder regarding vehicle technical inspection deadlines to help motorists avoid extra
IsDB Group Expands Development Support in Benin
The Islamic Development Bank Group has finalized new financing agreements for development projects in Benin to support national economic priorities.
ICIEC Backs Benin's EUR 500 Million SDG Financing Facility
The Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit has provided insurance for Benin's 500 million euro SDG financing facility.
Benin Government Denies Imminent Crude Oil Export Plans
The Benin government has officially denied reports claiming an imminent export of 250,000 barrels of crude oil scheduled for October 2026.
Black Starlets Target Qualification in WAFU Championship
Ghana's Black Starlets prepare to face Benin in the 2026 WAFU Zone B U-17 Championship in Burkina Faso to secure a spot in the Africa Cup of Nations.
Democrats Party Concludes Second Ordinary Congress in Porto-Novo
The Democrats party in Benin held its second ordinary congress in Porto-Novo to review organizational strategy and strengthen regional political ties.
Ouémé River Flooding Disrupts Southern Benin Communities
Rising waters from the Ouémé River have inundated communities in southern Benin, damaging homes and forcing the closure of a primary school in Dannou.
Twin Brother Arrested Following Fatal Machete Attack in Dangbo
Police in Dangbo, Benin, have arrested a man after his twin sister was killed in a fatal machete attack at the Dogbo market on Monday.
CRIET Shifts Policy on Pre-Trial Detention
The CRIET in Bénin has announced a policy shift to make pre-trial detention an exception rather than a systematic response to criminal proceedings.
MTN Benin Foundation Concludes Annual School Supply Initiative
The MTN Benin Foundation has completed its 2026-2027 Back to School campaign, providing essential educational kits to students in Toucountouna and
Les Démocrates Restructures Leadership Following Porto-Novo Congress
The Les Démocrates party in Benin has restructured its leadership, electing Nourénou Atchadé as president and forming a new 60-member political bureau.
Japan Boosts Benin's Vêdoko Interchange Project with Additional Funding
Japan grants 10.8 billion FCFA to Benin for the second phase of the Vêdoko interchange project in Cotonou, supporting infrastructure development and urban
Wallis Mamoudou Zoumarou Declines National Assembly Appointment
Wallis Mamoudou Zoumarou has officially declined his appointment as a mission officer for the President of the National Assembly of Benin.
World Bank Forecasts Decline in Benin Poverty Rates
The World Bank projects that Benin's moderate poverty rate will decline from 39.4 percent in 2025 to 34.5 percent by 2028 based on economic growth trends.
Benin Charts Path Toward AI-Integrated Public Governance
Benin's Agency for Information Systems and Digital Technology held the CDSI conference to discuss transitioning public administration toward AI
Benin Unveils 2027 Draft Budget Focused on Municipal Investment
Benin has unveiled its 2027 draft budget of 4.7 trillion FCFA, prioritizing municipal investment and economic territorial zoning to drive national growth.
Benin Advances Teacher Welfare and Educational Access
Benin marked the 33rd World Teachers' Day in Kandi with new government initiatives to improve teacher welfare and stabilize the national school system.
Nigeria and Benin Stakeholders Push for Border Cooperation
The Nigeria Customs Service and stakeholders from Benin are calling for enhanced border cooperation and digital verification to curb smuggling activities.
Le Bénin affiche une croissance économique robuste en 2026
Le Fonds monétaire international prévoit une croissance économique de 7 % pour le Bénin en 2026, le classant parmi les économies les plus dynamiques
Beninese MMA Champion Premya Wankoun's Rise to Gold
Beninese athlete Premya Wankoun secured the gold medal in the under 73 kg category at the 2026 GAMMA African MMA Championships held in Abidjan.
September 2026 (47)
Savè Launches Campaign to Keep RNIE 2 Public Spaces Clear
Savè launches a campaign to keep public spaces along RNIE 2 clear, preventing reoccupation and improving urban mobility.
Benin Signs €544,042 Financing Agreement with UNAIDS for HIV/AIDS Response
Benin signs €544,042 financing agreement with UNAIDS to bolster HIV/AIDS response activities for 2026-2027.
Benin Boosts ECOWAS Parliament Representation with Three New Deputies
Benin has added three new deputies to the ECOWAS Parliament, increasing its representation to five members. The deputies took their oath in Accra on
Ulrich Vital Ahotondji Appointed Director of Maison des Médias in Benin
Ulrich Vital Ahotondji appointed director of Maison des Médias in Benin, effective September 23, 2026. He will oversee administrative and financial
Benin's Agriculture Sector Shows Strong Growth and Economic Contribution in 2025
Benin's agriculture sector contributed 25.4% to GDP and 59.1% of export revenues in 2025, showing strong growth from 24.2% in 2024.
Four Arrested in Ouèdo Drug Bust
Four people were arrested in Ouèdo after police discovered 300 balls of Indian hemp in a home used as a drug sales and consumption point.
16 Arrested, Psychotropic Products Seized in Cotonou Kiosk Operation
Sixteen people were arrested and psychotropic products seized in a police operation targeting two kiosks in Cotonou's Sètovi neighborhood.
Benin Offers Free Birth Certificates for Under-14s
Benin offers free birth certificates for children under 14 until September 30, 2026, as part of the 2026 Identity Day initiative by ANIP with UNICEF
Benin's State Budget Revenues Exceed Half-Year Target
Benin's state budget revenues reached 1,220.8 billion FCFA in the first half of 2026, exceeding the mid-year target with a strong fiscal performance.
Benin Withdraws from UFOA-B U17 Girls Cup, Forcing Format Change
Benin withdraws from the UFOA-B U17 Girls Cup 2026 in Côte d’Ivoire, forcing organizers to change the tournament format to a single six-team event.
Benin APDP Officers Sworn In to Bolster Data Protection
Seventeen officers of Benin's Autorité de Protection des Données Personnelles (APDP) were sworn in to bolster national data protection efforts.
University of Parakou Faces Setbacks at African University Games
The University of Parakou faced defeats in women's basketball (70-66 vs. Misr International) and men's volleyball (3-1 vs. Ain Shams) at the African
Benin's Economic Council Prepares Landmark Opinion on National State
Benin's Economic and Social Council will issue its first-ever opinion on the nation's economic and social state during its 30-day session in Cotonou.
Benin Police Agent Detained for Arson to Hide Embezzlement
A police agent in Malanville, Benin, has been detained for allegedly setting fire to his station to conceal embezzlement of funds.
Nigeria and Benin Launch Digital System to Boost Trade at Sèmè-Kraké Border
Nigeria and Benin launch a digital system at the Sèmè–Kraké border to streamline trade, speed up goods clearance, and improve coordination between customs
Benin Senate Convenes for First Official Session to Finalize Regulations
Benin's Senate convenes September 15, 2026, in Cotonou for its first official session to finalize administrative and financial regulations.
Benin Launches Internet-Free University Transport Ticket System
Benin launches an internet-free university transport ticket system. Students can purchase tickets via USSD code *611# or a national platform, ensuring
Benin Boosts Cotton Value Chain Through Domestic Processing
Benin is boosting its cotton value chain by increasing domestic processing, aiming to transform raw exports into finished goods and create jobs.
CRIET Appeals Chamber Upholds 5-Year Sentence for Sexual Assault
Benin's CRIET Appeals Chamber confirms a 5-year prison sentence for Adanvo Méchac for the sexual assault of a 7-year-old girl in Cotonou.
Border Schools Remain Shut Amidst Rising Insecurity in Nigeria and Benin
Schools in border areas of Nigeria and Benin remain shut due to rising insecurity and threats of attacks from armed groups, impacting education for many
Benin Mandates Prioritization of Local Products in Public Procurement
Benin mandates public procurement to prioritize local products in eight categories, requiring ministerial approval for imported substitutes.
Benin Launches 2026-2027 School Year with Focus on Rigor and Financial Relief
Benin launches its 2026-2027 school year on September 14, emphasizing academic rigor, support, and financial relief for families.
Sing and Dance with the Amazon Event Concludes in Cotonou
The "Sing and Dance with the Amazon" event in Cotonou, featuring free Beninese music and dance, concludes September 12, 2026.
Nigeria, Benin Customs Assess Joint Border Post for Trade Harmonization
Nigeria and Benin Customs jointly assessed their One-Stop Border Post to harmonize trade and boost regional economic integration.
Nigeria and Benin Launch Real-Time Data Exchange at Seme-Kraké Border to Boost Trade
Nigeria and Benin launch real-time data exchange at Seme-Kraké border to boost trade, bridge customs gaps, and reduce delays.
CIPRES Seeks Inspectors to Bolster Social Welfare Organizations
CIPRES is recruiting three inspectors to bolster social welfare organizations. Beninese officials can apply until September 30, 2026.
Battle for Benin's Treasures: MOWAA Dispute Unearths Heritage Control Conflict
A dispute over the control and management of Benin City's Museum of West Africa Art (MOWAA) highlights conflicts over funding, land, and custodianship of
Woman Assaulted During Oro Cult Activity in Benin, Several Arrested
A woman was assaulted during Oro cult activity in Awokpa, Zè, Benin, leading to several arrests by security forces. The victim was accused of being a
Beninese Entrepreneur Transforms Tomatoes into Value-Added Products with Foundation Support
Beninese entrepreneur Louis Wilfried Yehouessi transforms local tomatoes into value-added products like purée and spice blends with support from the Tony
Ivette Biokou's Ewatomi Market: Transforming Benin's Fruit Surplus into a Sustainable Business
Ivette Biokou's Ewatomi Market in Benin transforms surplus fruit into dried snacks and value-added products, creating jobs and a sustainable business.
Benin Boosts Soybean Processing with $50 Million Investment
Benin invests $50 million to boost soybean processing, shifting from raw exports to value-added agro-industrial products and creating jobs.
Benin's Financial Systems Face New Data Upload Mandate
Benin's decentralized financial systems must now complete a new IDENTIFIER sheet for data uploads to the ANSSFD e-Control platform.
Benin Pilots Demographic Dividend Platform in Abidjan
Benin pilots a demographic dividend monitoring platform in Abidjan with seven other West African countries to track demographic changes for development.
Viral TikTok Trend Offers Anti-Harassment Prep for Benin Students
Benin students use a viral TikTok trend for anti-harassment prep, but experts caution it shouldn't replace adult intervention or school procedures.
Benin Launches Free School Kit Distribution for 145,580 Learners
Benin launches free school kit distribution for 145,580 learners for the 2026-2027 academic year, aiming to support students and alleviate family burdens.
Worker Dies After Being Swept Away by Canal Water in Djougou Construction Site
A worker died after being swept away by canal water at a construction site in Djougou, Benin. Three other workers were injured in the incident.
EBRD Launches SME Support Package in Benin to Drive Private Sector Growth
The EBRD launches a comprehensive SME support package in Benin to boost private sector growth with tailored advisory and financing solutions.
Okpagha-Amufi Road Reconstruction Sparks Economic Revival in Benin City
The reconstruction of Okpagha-Amufi Road in Benin City has revived economic activities and improved living conditions, enhancing connectivity for seven
Benin Bishop Seeks National Consultation to Regulate Costly Funeral Practices
Benin Bishop Mgr Clet Fèliho calls for national consultation to regulate costly funeral practices that financially burden families and cause suffering.
Oba of Benin Suspends Royal Praise Singers Indefinitely Over Tradition Breach
The Oba of Benin has indefinitely suspended the Isikhuan royal praise singers for allegedly breaching tradition by performing a ritual reserved for the
Edo Health Agency Shuts Down Unregistered Hospital Operating for a Decade
Edo State health agency shuts down Jess Royal Hospital in Benin for operating unregistered for over a decade, citing regulatory lapses and patient welfare
Four Arrested in Ouessè Robbery After Accomplice Injured, Stolen Goods Recovered
Four suspects arrested in Ouessè, Benin, after a robbery where one assailant was injured by an accomplice. Stolen money and phones recovered.
Benin Approves Off-Grid Electrification for Twelve Localities
Benin's government has approved concession agreements for the off-grid electrification of 12 localities, aiming to provide electricity access to
Benin's Glo-Djigbé Industrial Zone Surpasses Milestones in 2026
Benin's Glo-Djigbé Industrial Zone (GDIZ) reports over 25,000 jobs created by 2026, with 20 operational units and more than 40 investor contracts signed.
Le Bénin prend les rênes du Conseil de paix et de sécurité de l'Union africaine
Bénin assumes the presidency of the African Union's Peace and Security Council for September 2026, succeeding Algeria. The agenda includes discussions on
Fake Facilitator Arrested Near Cotonou Port for Defrauding Truck Drivers
Police in Cotonou arrested a fake facilitator near the port who was defrauding truck drivers by posing as an official for expedited passage.
Benin's Guépards Prioritize AFCON Qualifiers Over Argentina Friendly
Benin's national football team, Les Guépards, will prioritize their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers over an upcoming friendly against Argentina.
August 2026 (17)
Beninese Teacher's Five-Year Sentence for Harassing Student Confirmed on Appeal
A Beninese teacher, Amoussouke Narcisse, has had his five-year prison sentence for sexually harassing a 15-year-old student confirmed on appeal by the
Benin Grants Citizenship to Afro-Descendant Diaspora
Benin grants citizenship to 10 people from the Afro-descendant diaspora, primarily from Guadeloupe, as part of its initiative to connect with its diaspora.
Major Indian Hemp Seizure in Sèmè-Okoun
Police in Sèmè-Okoun seized 265.25 kg of Indian hemp in a major operation, marking a significant success against drug trafficking.
Telecommunications Technician Hospitalized After Dog Attack in Benin City
A telecommunications technician was hospitalized in Benin City after being attacked by three dogs while installing MTN equipment.
Teenager Found Dead in Thian Reservoir
A teenager was found dead in a water reservoir in the Thian district of Benin. Local authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the
Beninese Youth Favor Entrepreneurship Over Traditional Employment, Afrobarometer Study Finds
An Afrobarometer study finds 68% of young Beninese prefer to start their own businesses over traditional employment, highlighting a strong entrepreneurial
Benin's Cotton Boom Fuels Industrial Transformation at Glo-Djigbé Industrial Zone
Benin is transforming its cotton wealth into an industrial economy by processing raw cotton into finished goods at the Glo-Djigbé Industrial Zone
Benin and US Military Chiefs Meet to Bolster Security Partnership
Benin's military chief met with US Joint Chiefs Vice Chairman at the Pentagon to strengthen security partnership and cooperation initiatives.
Benin BAC 2026 Laureates Can Now Collect Attestations
Benin's BAC 2026 laureates can now collect their attestations from designated centers in all twelve departments until August 29, 2026.
Beninese Police Uncover Large Cannabis Plantation, Seize Over 30 Kilograms
Beninese police seized over 30 kilograms of cannabis and uncovered a large plantation in the Okpara district.
Beninese Army Announces Major Personnel Redeployment
The Beninese Army has announced a major personnel redeployment affecting 342 soldiers across various units and ranks to enhance operational efficiency.
Minister Slams Concessionaire Over Benin-Asaba Expressway Woes
Minister David Umahi criticizes BAECC for the poor state of the Benin-Asaba highway, citing incompetence and unauthorized asphalt removal.
Urgent Highway Repairs Launched Between Edo and Delta States Following Presidential Directive
Urgent highway repairs launched between Edo and Delta States following President Tinubu's directive to fix deplorable road conditions and improve
Benin Braces for Widespread Power Outages on August 27
Benin faces widespread power outages on August 27, 2026, affecting twelve cities including Cotonou and Parakou. SBEE schedules maintenance work from 10:00
Benin Entrepreneur Digitizes Knowledge for Academic Advancement
Benin entrepreneur Aristide Chabi digitizes academic knowledge via Groupe CTAD, making resources accessible online with support from The Tony Elumelu
Benin President Elevated to Prince of Nikki Imperial Court
Benin President Romuald Wadagni was elevated to Prince of the Imperial Court of Nikki during the Gaani festival, receiving the title "The unifying
Motorcycle Collision in Atrokpocodji Leaves Three Injured, One Critical
A motorcycle collision in Atrokpocodji, Godomey, on August 24, 2026, injured three people, including a taxi-moto driver in critical condition