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African Development Bank Group (AfDB)

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    • The African Development Fund is providing significant support to Benin to increase the private sector's contribution to the country's economy
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Benin: the African Development Fund grants an additional $28 million in financing to boost the private sector’s contribution to the country's economy

The objective of this financial support is to increase the contribution made by Benin's private sector to the economy

The Board of Directors of the African Development Fund approved additional financing of $28 million for Benin to continue the Economic Governance and Private Sector Development Support Programme (PAGE-DSP) on 24 November 2025. Following phases I and II, which were successfully implemented in 2023 and 2024, respectively, the objective of…

Afrobarometer

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26 young francophone African researchers build their skills at Afrobarometer summer school and thematic workshop

The 2025 edition focused on using public opinion data to examine key issues such as democracy and governance, climate change, gender, migration, trade, and access to health care

Twenty-six young francophone African researchers strengthened their skills in research, data analysis, and scientific writing during the summer school and thematic workshop conducted by Afrobarometer (www.Afrobarometer.org) 3-21 November in Cotonou, Benin. Held annually in different regions of the continent, the Afrobarometer summer school – offered in either French or English…

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
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The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) trains young people in Benin to strengthen their role in regional integration

This workshop helped to strengthen understanding of regional policies and promote the construction of an ECOWAS of the peoples, based on peace, solidarity and citizen participation

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Representation in Benin, with financial support from the Commission, organised a capacity-building workshop on the 8th and 9th of October 2025 at the Nobila Airport Hotel in Cotonou a capacity-building workshop for 25 young people from the ECOWAS Clubs of the University of Abomey-Calavi,…

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
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The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) improves menstrual health and well-being for over 5,000 young girls in Zè and Djidja, Benin

This initiative follows on from the training of trainers sessions organised from 16 to 19 September 2025 in Zè and Djidja for around 20 participants from the departmental social affairs and secondary education services

From the 25th of September to the 3rd of October 2025, the ECOWAS Representation in Benin conducted a large-scale awareness campaign on menstrual hygiene management (MHM) and distributed 5,000 reusable sanitary towel kits in the municipalities of Zè and Djidja, as part of the implementation of the project ‘Support for Benin’s initiatives…

U.S. Embassy in Cameroon
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United States (U.S.) Africa Command Commander Visits West Africa, Underscores Partnership in Addressing Evolving Terrorism Threat

The visit builds upon the strong foundation of existing partnerships and reinforces U.S. Africa Command’s dedication to supporting African partners in addressing their security challenges

General Dagvin Anderson conducted a visit to Benin and Cameroon September 16-20, 2025, his first visit to the region as Commander, U.S. Africa Command. The trip highlighted the strong and enduring security partnerships between the United States and these key West African nations. In Benin, Anderson met with President Patrice…

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
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Farewell visit by H.E. Paulette ADJOVI YEKPE, Ambassador of Benin, to H.E. Omar Alieu Touray, President of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission

Ambassador YEKPE, for her part, commended ECOWAS’ commitment to ensuring the well-being of the populations and maintaining peace and stability in the region

H.E. Paulette ADJOVI YEKPE, Ambassador of Benin to Nigeria and Permanent Representative to ECOWAS, paid a farewell visit to H.E. Omar Alieu Touray on Friday, September 19, 2025, at the end of her mission in Abuja, Nigeria. During their talks, which were attended by Mr. Abdou Kolley, Chief of Staff…

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    • Privat, 9 years old, is a student at the Honhoun public primary school in Djidja. He receives nutritious meals at school thanks to the Integrated School Feeding and Nutrition Project that WFP is implementing. Life-changing interventions like these are enabled through the support of valued donors—including the Choithram International Foundation—who remain key partners in WFP’s humanitarian efforts. Photo: © WFP/Bismarck Sossa (1)
    • Privat, 9 years old, is a student at the Honhoun public primary school in Djidja. He receives nutritious meals at school thanks to the Integrated School Feeding and Nutrition Project that WFP is implementing. Life-changing interventions like these are enabled through the support of valued donors—including the Choithram International Foundation—who remain key partners in WFP’s humanitarian efforts. Photo: © WFP/Bismarck Sossa (2)
    • The cooks of EPP Agontinmè (public primary school), in the commune of Athiémé, Mono department, preparing maize paste for the students’ meals as part of the National Integrated School Feeding Programme that WFP implements in Benin. Life-changing interventions like these are enabled through the support of valued donors—including the Choithram International Foundation—who remain key partners in WFP’s humanitarian efforts. Credit/Photo: Makéba TCHIBOZO (1)
    • View of EPP Fingninkanmè (public primary school), located in the commune of Dangbo, Ouémé department. WFP has been supporting the Government of Benin in implementing the National Integrated School Feeding Programme which covers 75 percent of all public primary schools, representing 1.4 million schoolchildren in over 5,700 schools. Life-changing interventions like these are enabled through the support of valued donors—including the Choithram International Foundation—who remain key partners in WFP’s humanitarian efforts. Credit/Photo: Makéba TCHIBOZO
    • The cooks of EPP Agontinmè (public primary school), in the commune of Athiémé, Mono department, preparing maize paste for the students’ meals as part of the National Integrated School Feeding Programme that WFP implements in Benin. Life-changing interventions like these are enabled through the support of valued donors—including the Choithram International Foundation—who remain key partners in WFP’s humanitarian efforts. Credit/Photo: Makéba TCHIBOZO (2)
    • The WFP-run Integrated School Feeding Programme in Benin ensures students receive nutritious meals that are sourced from a smallholder farmer’s cooperative, thereby fostering education, school attendance and economic growth. Life-changing interventions like these are enabled through the support of valued donors—including the Choithram International Foundation—who remain key partners in WFP’s humanitarian efforts. Photo: ©WFP/Richard Mbouet
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The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) and Choithram International Foundation Expand School Feeding Partnership in Benin

CIF will contribute $975,000 in the next three years to sustain and expand school feeding initiatives under the Benin Government’s Integrated National School Feeding Programme (PNASI)

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) and Choithram International Foundation (CIF) (www.Choithrams.com) are renewing their commitment to fight hunger and improve education in Benin. CIF will contribute $975,000 in the next three years to sustain and expand school feeding initiatives under the Benin Government’s Integrated National School Feeding Programme…

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Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Peace Fund and Early Warning Directorate lead technical mission to strengthen National Early Warning Systems in Ghana and Benin

The establishment of National Early Warning and Response Centers is a key regional initiative aimed at bolstering the capacity of Member States to monitor and respond to socio-political, humanitarian and security-related risks

The ECOWAS Commission, through its Early Warning Directorate (EWD) and the ECOWAS Peace Fund (EPF), is carrying out a joint technical mission to Ghana and Benin from  July 31 to August 05, 2025, to assess the equipment procured for their National Early Warning and Response Centers. This mission is part…

African Union (AU)
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The Chairperson of the African Union Commission Message on the occasion of the Independence Day of the Republic of Benin

As a founding member of the Organization of African Unity, Benin’s enduring legacy is a powerful testament to its unwavering commitment to the ideals and values of Pan-Africanism

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, extends his warmest congratulations to the Government and the people of the Republic of Benin on the anniversary of their Independence. This historic occasion not only commemorates Benin’s rich and remarkable heritage but also celebrates its continued and steadfast…

United Arab Emirates, Ministry of Foreign Affairs
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United Arab Emirates (UAE) leaders congratulate Presidents of Benin, Switzerland on National Days

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai also dispatched similar messages to the Presidents of Benin and the Swiss Confederation

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent congratulatory messages to President Patrice Talon of Benin, and President Karin Keller-Sutter of the Swiss Confederation on the occasion of their countries' National Days. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of…