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Why the West African Nation of Benin Should be on Your 2026 Travel List

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With deeply rooted traditions—and a growing contemporary art and food scene—the nation of Benin is beginning to welcome travelers.Yoanna Dias/Sofitel Cotonou Marina Hotel & Spa The lobby at the Sofitel Cotonou Marina Hotel & Spa, a new resort in Benin.Morning is the best time to set out on a boat tour of Ganvié, a floating village on Lake Nokoué, in southern Benin. Ganvié, which means “we are saved” in the Fon language, was established in 1717 b…Food & Drink · Cotonou Read Article

Generals, Spies, Heads of State: Patrice Talon's Security Allies

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A victim of a coup attempt led by the military, the Beninese president has nevertheless renewed his confidence in the army. Faced with the jihadist incursions and the intensification of tensions between the Cedeao and the Sahelian juntas, he has further tightened the device on the security front.Espionage · Cotonou Read Article

Benin Expressed Its Support for and Solidarity with Venezuela in the Face of Us Military Aggression.

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Benin, Shègun Adjadi Bakari, said this Wednesday his strong support and solidarity with Venezuela in response to the military aggression facing the people of the South American nation. This was reported by Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil, who maintained a constructive dialogue with his Beninese counterpart. Gil said that Bakari joined the international call that demands respect for international law and th…Cotonou · Cotonou Read Article

Ordinary Session of the Council of Ministers of the Union of 29 December 2025

The Council of Ministers of the West African Economic and Monetary Union (WAEMU) held its fourth ordinary session, for 2025, on 29 December 2025, at the premises of the Main Agency of the Central Bank of West African States (ECOWAS) in Cotonou, Republic of Benin, under the chairmanship of Mr Aboubakar NACANABO, Minister of Economy and Finance of Burkina Faso, its Chairman-in-Office.ECOWAS · Cotonou Read Article

Benin-Niger: Five Questions to Understand the New Diplomatic Escalation

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Diplomats declared "persona non grata", mutual accusations, clashes around the pipeline... The crisis between Niamey and Cotonou, revealing tensions between the Cedeao and the AES, continues to worsen.International · Cotonou Read Article

Work, Price, Equity: Beninese People in Cotonou Stress Their Expectations Before the Legislative and Local Elections

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In Benin, the campaign continues for the elections of 11 January 2026. Voters will have to split three parties for the locals and five for the legislatures. In the Ganhi market in Cotonou, they express their expectations.Work · Cotonou Read Article

Failed Coup in Benin Republic: Can the Nigerian President Send Troops to Another Country without Parliamentary Approval?

On Tuesday, December 9, 2025, Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu deployed Nigerian troops to the neighboring country of Benin, following reports of a coup attempt in the country. The headlines in the newspapers were that the coup attempt had failed in the African country, …Bola Tinubu · Cotonou Read Article

Ayra Starr Shut Down Cotonou With Her Performance and This All-White Look

Photo Credit: Ayra Starr/Instagram At this point, there’s really no need to ask “Who’s Dat Girl?” anymore. Everyone knows Ayra Starr is that girl. And the night she stepped on stage in Cotonou, Benin Republic, only made it even clearer. The singer delivered a performance the Beninese audience won’t be forgetting in a hurry. After the show, Ayra did what she often does so well. She shared a gratitude post, along with a set of photos from the stag…Instagram · Cotonou Read Article

Victorine Sarr: the African Framework that Redefines Global Beauty Now Participates in "the New Boss"

From Dakar to the global capitals of luxury, from strategic marketing to committed entrepreneurship, Victorine Sarr embodies this new generation of African executives who transform their international trajectory into high-impact projects. Founded and CEO of Lyvv Cosmetics, she is now one of the entrepreneurs selected to participate in "Les Nouveaux Boss", the TV5World show that highlights the talents that shape the African economy of tomorrow. T…Entrepreneurs · Cotonou Read Article

Didi B: the Rapper's New Veiled Spade in Himra Ignites the Web

The Ivorian rapper, Didi B, in a clash with Himra, chose to send a new pick to his rival, in addition to the title "Bodouin", which he has previously unveiled and which cumulates on YouTube, more than 4.5 million views on the platform, after a month of exploitation. Present in Benin to honor his invitation to the WeLovEya festival, [...] Read the article Didi B: the rapper's new barely veiled picnic in Himra ignited the web first appeared on L-F…YouTube · Cotonou Read Article

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Why the West African Nation of Benin Should be on Your 2026 Travel List

Generals, Spies, Heads of State: Patrice Talon's Security Allies

Benin Expressed Its Support for and Solidarity with Venezuela in the Face of Us Military Aggression.

Ordinary Session of the Council of Ministers of the Union of 29 December 2025

Benin-Niger: Five Questions to Understand the New Diplomatic Escalation

Work, Price, Equity: Beninese People in Cotonou Stress Their Expectations Before the Legislative and Local Elections

Failed Coup in Benin Republic: Can the Nigerian President Send Troops to Another Country without Parliamentary Approval?

Ayra Starr Shut Down Cotonou With Her Performance and This All-White Look

Victorine Sarr: the African Framework that Redefines Global Beauty Now Participates in "the New Boss"

Didi B: the Rapper's New Veiled Spade in Himra Ignites the Web

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Why the West African Nation of Benin Should be on Your 2026 Travel List

Generals, Spies, Heads of State: Patrice Talon's Security Allies

Benin Expressed Its Support for and Solidarity with Venezuela in the Face of Us Military Aggression.

Ordinary Session of the Council of Ministers of the Union of 29 December 2025

Benin-Niger: Five Questions to Understand the New Diplomatic Escalation

Work, Price, Equity: Beninese People in Cotonou Stress Their Expectations Before the Legislative and Local Elections

Failed Coup in Benin Republic: Can the Nigerian President Send Troops to Another Country without Parliamentary Approval?

Ayra Starr Shut Down Cotonou With Her Performance and This All-White Look

Victorine Sarr: the African Framework that Redefines Global Beauty Now Participates in "the New Boss"

Didi B: the Rapper's New Veiled Spade in Himra Ignites the Web

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