The African Tribune

Bénin Bénin education minister maps out strategy for stronger school system Armand Kuyema Natta, Benin’s Minister of Pre-Primary and Primary Education, launched an official tour on July 29, 2026, in the departments of Ouémé and Plateau. This maiden voyage since his appointment brought together education leaders to assess sector challenges and outline priorities for the coming months. Key figures in this report Armand Kuyema Natta Article overview Strengthening education outcomes Addressing staff and resource gaps During his first official mission, Minister Armand Kuyema Natta, accompanied by Senior Advisor Paulin Gbenou, met with departmental directors, technical and central leadership, and heads of instit...

Benin minister meets SMEs in alibori and borgou to boost local economy The Minister of Small and Medium Enterprises and Employment Promotion, Awaou Baco, concluded a two-day working visit to the northern departments of Alibori and Borgou in late July 2026. The tour brought her face-to-face with local entrepreneurs, artisans, livestock breeders, vocational training centers, and beneficiaries of the AZOLI program. Tour focuses on youth inclusion and professional development programs The visit aimed to assess existing support systems for young people, women, artisans, and persons with disabilities. On the first day, the minister met with local officials in Malanville, engaging with small business owners, mechanics, and rabbit breeders. In Nikki, she toured the vocational training cent...

Abidjan — A disciplined formation of 150 soldiers marched through the streets of Abidjan in perfect synchronization, their camouflage uniforms blending seamlessly with the parade ground. Each member of the Guinean special forces unit carried their weapon with precision, their faces obscured by masks and their heads topped with berets. At the forefront, a coordinator proudly waved the red, yellow, and green flag of Guinea, while elite sharpshooters flanked the unit. The legendary drill, known as Le Pas de Caméléon, guided their flawless execution. The Guinean special forces unit concluded the international segment of Côte d’Ivoire’s 66th Independence Day celebration with a display that left the crowd in awe. Thunderous applause erupted from the stands, punctuated by standing ovations and...

Cotonou has become the epicenter of climate action in West Africa as the Beninese government officially launched its third National Determined Contribution (NDC 3.0) for 2026-2035. The ambitious framework, unveiled during a high-level gathering at the Novotel Cotonou Orisha, outlines a 14.5 billion dollar investment plan to transform the country’s economic resilience against climate threats. This strategic document serves as both a policy compass and financial blueprint, guiding adaptation measures, infrastructure investments, and territorial development across sectors most vulnerable to climate change. From agricultural lands to coastal cities, the NDC 3.0 casts a wide net to address the multifaceted impacts of global warming. Aligning climate resilience with economic growth The ne...

In Cotonou from August 4 to 6, 2026, officials from the Interior Ministry and Public Security gathered to assess progress on the 2026 Annual Work Plan (PTA) as of June 30. The mid-term review aims to pinpoint gaps, challenges, and opportunities for corrective action in the second half of the fiscal year. Key objectives of the mid-term review The session, led by Djibril Mama Cissé Moussa, Minister of Interior and Public Security, focused on financial execution reports as of June 30 and the progress of public procurement activities. Participants included program managers, senior ministry officials, and finance chain stakeholders. The review evaluates the implementation of PTA interventions against predefined targets and performance indicators for the first half of 2026. Discussions centere...