The submission of Benin’s 2027 draft finance bill to the National Assembly has set off a wave of commentary across the country, with the proposed 4,757.029 billion FCFA budget — a 14.7%…
Month: October 2026
Benin’s 35 fresh restitution claims: the fallout, the debate, and what happens next
A bold claim that reignites the restitution conversation Benin has opened a new chapter in its long campaign to reclaim cultural heritage held in France. President Romuald Wadagni has formally asked his…
After the Far North raids: reactions, blame and the road ahead
By Cécile Mboua — Journalist
What next for Cameroon’s opposition after Anicet Ekane’s unanswered Yaoundé wait?
By Martin Ngu — Journalist
Chad’s solar shift sparks debate: what the October deadline means for the nation’s energy future
By Cécile Mboua — Journalist
Angola’s renewed support for DRC sparks debate: what happens next in the eastern crisis?
By Martin Ngu — Journalist
Benin-eu business mission in Cotonou: the reactions and what comes next
The economic relationship between Benin and the European Union has entered uncharted territory. On Wednesday, 7 October 2026, in Cotonou, the EU formally launched its very first economic mission on Beninese soil,…
Cotonou’s port efficiency record: the ripple effects and what West Africa expects next
The ripple effects of a standout performance While West African port hubs struggle with critical congestion, Benin’s maritime platform is drawing attention for its striking fluidity. With container waiting times estimated at…
Niger’s courtroom verdict looms: five-year sentence sought for lawyer Lirwana sparks debate on digital freedom
The legal confrontation between Niger’s judiciary and outspoken lawyers has reached a critical juncture, igniting a fierce public debate about the boundaries of free expression in the digital age. On Tuesday, October…
Benin’s judge takes his seat in Abuja: the debate now shifts to enforcement
When Désiré Henri Aihou took the oath as a judge of the ECOWAS Court of Justice in Abuja on 6 October 2026, the moment was more than a formality. The ceremony, held…
Benin’s judge takes his seat in Abuja: the debate now shifts to enforcement
When Désiré Henri Aihou took the oath as a judge of the ECOWAS Court of Justice in Abuja on 6 October 2026, the moment was more than a formality. The ceremony, held…
Gabon’s jerrycan rule change: drivers react as fuel stations enforce new container standards
By Cécile Mboua — Journalist