On January 15, 2025, the Red Star Square in Cotonou became the focal point of a peaceful demonstration organized by three ...

The trial of two former allies of Benin's president, who are accused of plotting against the state, began on Tuesday before being adjourned when the defence lawyers stormed out.

As children dance with great speed and energy in colorful robes, guided by the drumbeats and chants from dance troupes, the ...

The Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS, has strongly condemned the recent terror attacks in Northern Benin, ...

Benin is looking to raise $750 million through its sale of dollar bonds, according to people familiar with the deal, matching ...

In a statement issued Jan. 10, Benin’s Catholic bishops said that diversity in opinions should be a “source of strength” for ...

Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. Updated [hour]:[minute] [AMPM] [timezone], [monthFull] [day], [year] COTONOU, Benin (AP) — Militants ...

While the perpetrators remain unidentified, Benin has faced increasing attacks in its northern region, often linked to ...

Catholic bishops in Benin extended their condolences to the families of at least 28 soldiers who were killed by terrorists on ...

Modeste Zinsou, manager of Benin's Python Temple, gently drapes a live snake around a visitor's neck at the country's annual ...

Local meter producers in Nigeria are eyeing the regional electricity market in Ghana, Benin, Niger, Chad, Cameroon and other countries in a struggle to ...

Benin forces suffer heavy losses in a border attack. Are political tensions rising in Sao Tome? And holding the South African authorities to account for chronic water shortages.