Tag: Benin

Benin debunks construction of military base to host French forces leaving Niger

September 28, 2023

Benin denied Wednesday September 27 a report by a Nigerien media that a military base in the north of the West African country is under ... Read More

West’s waning influence in Africa laid bare as France announces withdrawal from Niger

September 26, 2023

France's decision to withdraw its ambassador and military forces from Niger, the West's last key ally in the central Sahel region, amid a wave anti-French ... Read More

Sahara: Benin reaffirms unwavering support for Morocco’s “credible & realistic” Autonomy Initiative

September 13, 2023

The government of Benin has reaffirmed strong support for the autonomy plan offered by Morocco for the Sahara under its sovereignty, saying the plan is ... Read More

Benin detains Nigerian journalist on terrorism charges

September 8, 2023

Beninese police have arrested and detained Nigerian journalist Damilola Ayeni, the editor of the Foundation for Investigative Journalism and Social Justice (FIJ), who is likely ... Read More

Benin scraps visa requirements for Chinese tourists, investors

September 4, 2023

Benin’s President Patrice Talon has abolished entry visa for Chinese investors and tourists wishing to visit the West African country, his office has announced on ... Read More

Benin’s Patrice Talon to visit Algeria to boost ties

August 28, 2023

Patrice Talon, the President of Benin, is expected in Algeria for a State visit in view of boosting ties with the North African country, the ... Read More

EU planning new military-civilian operation mission in West Africa — report

August 28, 2023

Despite setbacks from military coups in Mali and Niger, the European Union is planning to launch a new military-civilian mission in Africa in the fall, ... Read More

Benin’s Patrice Talon visits China next week

August 24, 2023

Benin’s President Patrice Talon is expected in China next Tuesday August 29 for talks with the Chinese top leader Xi Jinping, local medias report. The ... Read More

Benin to build Financial district in capital Cotonou

August 18, 2023

Benin is set to launch the construction of its first Financial district planned to be home to financial institutions and key companies including State-run firms, ... Read More

Benin sacks 61 police officers for unlawful absence

August 15, 2023

As many as 61 officers of Benin’s law reinforcement Forces have been sacked as the State blames them for unjustified absence for at least 15 ... Read More