Beninese cyberactivist Steve Amoussou has been released from custody. Amoussou, known as the chronicler "Frère Hounvi," was prosecuted by the CRIET for publications critical of the authorities.
Why it mattersThe release ends the detention of a critic who had been arrested in Lomé on August 12, 2024, and transferred to Cotonou.
Recruitment test results for health agents at departmental health directorates are available Thursday, August 20, 2026. The results were issued by the ministry of health.
Why it mattersThe publication of these lists allows selected candidates to begin their appointments to health structures.
Minister of Sports and Civic Engagement Benoît Dato visited the U20 women's national team on August 18, 2026. The team is currently in a training camp in France.
Why it mattersThe visit serves as preparation for the team's participation in the FIFA U20 Women's World Cup Poland 2026, starting in two weeks.
The 25th edition of the national primary school championships began on August 17, 2026, in Djougou. The event is organized by the Union of Sports and Cultural Associations of Primary Education (UASCEP).
Why it mattersThe four-day competition brings together young athletes from all departments of Benin to compete in sports and cultural events.
LNB S.A. has released a new scratch ticket called 'Super Amazone' priced at 200 FCFA. The ticket offers prizes of up to 1,000,000 FCFA.
Why it mattersThe new product allows consumers to gamble for a maximum prize of 1 million FCFA using a themed ticket.