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A historic moment unfolded for the Beninese Armed Forces on June 3, 2025, with the elevation of Bertin Bada to the unprecedented rank of Air Corps General, marking a new chapter in the nation’s military history.
Amidst a backdrop of escalating security threats across the African continent, Benin and South Africa are deepening their strategic partnership.
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the Benin Republic Customs Administration have launched SIGMAT connectivity between both countries to digitalise and harmonise cross-border trade.
The African Development Bank (AfDB) and Bank of Africa Benin (BOA-Benin) signed a €15 million trade finance guarantee agreement on May 12 in Cotonou, aimed at boosting access to financing for Beninese businesses, particularly SMEs and women-led enterprises.
The Beninese Government has announced that judicial proceedings will be launched against two senior officials and their accomplices, following revelations of embezzlement of public funds.
The United States and Benin have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening cooperation in both economic and security spheres.
The Beninese Hajj Guidance and Supervision Committee (COS) has announced the closure of registration for the 2025 pilgrimage to Mecca, stating that payments made after the designated quota was filled will not be accepted and demanding that these payments be refunded.
Marsa Maroc has initiated a significant expansion into West Africa with the effective launch of its port operations in Benin.
Benin has reached a significant milestone in its efforts to cultivate high-end tourism with the historic docking of the Crystal Symphony, the largest cruise ship ever to call at the Autonomous Port of Cotonou.
The 20th edition of the Benin International Cycling Tour commenced on Monday, April 28, 2025, in Nikki, located in the Borgou department of northeastern Benin, and is scheduled to conclude on May 3rd in the southern city of Cotonou.