The High Authority for Party Regulation (HARP) of PASTEF-Les Patriotes has finalized its provisional list of presidential candidates for the upcoming party elections. Following a rigorous review of all submitted applications before the May 20, 2026 deadline, the regulatory body—led by Mouhamadou Ngouda Mboup—approved just one valid candidacy: that of incumbent leader Ousmane Sonko. All […]
Sonko reveals deeper reasons behind political split with Faye Freshly elected as President of the National Assembly, Ousmane Sonko has shed light on the fundamental reasons behind his political break with Bassirou Diomaye Faye. In a reflective address, he questioned the very essence of governance, urging a return to ethical values to safeguard the Republic. […]
A significant constitutional reform has been enacted in Bénin, swiftly adopted through an urgent procedure on November 1st. This landmark revision introduces a novel “presidential ticket” system, stipulating that the President of the Republic and a Vice-President will now be jointly elected. This election will occur by an absolute majority of votes, across a two-round […]