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

Attacks in northern Benin have increased in recent years with authorities accusing members of the Islamic State and Al-Qaeda groups based in neighbouring countries

The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has accelerated rehabilitation work on the Benin-Irrua-Ewu-Agbede road in Edo State to ease transportation

While the perpetrators remain unidentified, Benin has faced increasing attacks in its northern region, often linked to jihadist groups from neighbouring countries.

West African leaders considered military intervention to stop Niger from falling under the sway of a junta following a coup.

Catholic bishops in Benin extended their condolences to the families of at least 28 soldiers who were killed by terrorists on January 8.

While no group has taken responsibility for the attack, Benin has for years faced spillover violence in its north from Sahel countries like Burkina Faso and Niger in their battle against Islamic extremist groups. The tri-border area has long been a hotbed ...

Religious leaders urged youth to reject cybercrime and call for political dialogue ahead of the tense 2026 elections. They also advocated peace, reconciliation, and stronger anti-fraud measures to safeguard the nation's future.

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

Analysis - How is Niger enduring the consequences of unprecedented floods last year that devastated an economy already crippled by sanctions?

Benin is moving fast to secure fresh external financing and may launch the first Eurobond from Africa in 2025.

Militants inflicted heavy losses on Benin's armed forces in a recent attack, highlighting the growing threat of jihadi expansion in West Africa.