EU, Benin launch $8 mln aid program for rice production Nov 24, 2009
COTONOU, Nov. 24 (Xinhua) -- The government of Benin and the European Union will launch an aid program of more than 8 million U.S. dollars to promote rice production in the West African country, local media reported on Tuesday. The aid of 5. (Xinhuanet, China)
West Africa Gas pipeline completed, but Nov 19, 2009
In addition, he said, the facilities including the regulating and metering stations that would enable gas to be received from offshore in Tema, Lome and Cotonou were expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2010. He said once they were completed, WAPCo would have the compression capacity to deliver to VRA enough gas to power four 110 megawatt turbines= as well as supply customers in Benin and Togo. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Stars set for last tango Nov 13, 2009
The Stars lost their unbeaten run in the penultimate clash against Les Ecuriels of Benin last month in Cotonou and are banking heavily on a massive victory to reclaim the love and support of their huge following. Still assured of the top spot irrespective of the outcome of the match, a double over the Malians will serve as a farewell and thank you package for the teeming fans. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Benin: UNDP Helps to Set Up Solar Villages Nov 13, 2009
Until recently, the villages of Hon and Koussoukpa, like many others, (100 kilometers from Cotonou, Benin's economic capital) got their light from oil lamps and candles, suffering all the damage to health and the environment ... There are also plans to create a research and development centre for solar electricity technology in partnership with the University of Abomey Calavi in Cotonou. (allAfrica.com)
Benin: Insecticide 'Wallpaper' Lethal to Malaria Mosquitoes Nov 1, 2009
Cotonou 'Wallpapering' huts with sheeting made from insecticide-treated plastic could be a new tool for malaria control, research in Benin shows. When used in combination with insecticide-treated bednets (ITNs) in hut trials, the sheeting killed all mosquitoes, and completely prevented bites. (allAfrica.com)
Joint commission to boost bilateral ties between India, Benin Oct 22, 2009
COTONOU: The proposed establishment of a joint commission between India and the Republic of Benin will be a major framework for multi-sectoral bilateral relations, minister of state for external affairs, Shashi Tharoor, said on Wednesday. Tharoor, who arrived here on a three-day official visit, will hold talks with Beninois president Boni Yayi over a series of issues including bilateral trade. (India Times, India -- Community News)
Benin: Farmers Unite Against Effects of Climate Change Oct 21, 2009
Cotonou Farmers in Benin are implementing their own research findings to boost the soil fertility and moisture retention of their plots. The experiment is part of the project Strengthening the Capacity to Adapt to Climate Change in Rural Benin (PARBCC) - established in late 2007 - which aims to create a three-way conversation between farmers, meteorologists and the government, and help farmers make informed choices about when to sow and harvest crops. (allAfrica.com)
* SOUTH AFRICA 2010: Tunisia, Nigeria go to the wire Oct 13, 2009
Ghana, who last month became the first African country to qualify for the 2010 finals after hosts South Africa, surrendered the last 100 percent record in the final round when falling 1-0 against Benin in Cotonou. The Benin Squirrels were impressively led by Nigerian-born striker Razack Omotoyossi and dominated without reward until France-based striker Mohamed Aoudou scored two minutes into stoppage time. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
A New War on Drugs: Stopping the Counterfeit-Medicine Trade Oct 9, 2009
On Monday, the Presidents of two African countries, Thomas Boni Yayi of Benin and Blaise Compaor; of Burkina Faso, will be among a cluster of international dignitaries and industry experts who will make an international call for action against counterfeit drugs in Cotonou, Benin. The initiative is the brainchild of Jacques Chirac, the former French President, who wants to make the Cotonou declaration the first step of a worldwide campaign aimed at raising awareness of the problem and persuading... (Time.com)
Press Release: Statement by an IMF Staff Mission to Benin Sep 30, 2009
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission visited Cotonou during September 14-28, 2009 to conduct discussions on a program that could be supported by the IMF. The mission met the President of the Republic, H.E. Dr. Thomas Boni Yayi, the Senior Minister for Prospective Development, Evaluation of Public Policy and the Coordination of Government Action, Mr. Pascal I. Koupaki, Minister of Economy and Finance, Mr. Idriss L. Daouda, and other senior officials ... The following statement was issued... (IMF News)
Nigeria: NDLEA Arrests Guinean Woman With N69 Million Cocaine Sep 24, 2009
That was how I got involved," Chukwudi stated. He is from Aguata in Anambra State. Also, Udeh was arrested by the NDLEA on his way to Milan, Italy on a KLM flight when he tested positive for drug ingestion. He was said to have later excreted 116 wraps of substances that tested positive for cocaine weighing 2.129kg. Udeh, who hails from Ohafia in Abia State, had lived in Cotonou, Republic of Benin for 16 years where he sold second hand clothes. "My friend in Spain called me to bring the drug. His... (allAfrica.com)
Nigeria: IT Firm, Benin Republic Sign Regional Optic Fibre Deal Sep 20, 2009
The Director General of CEB, Djibril Salifou, and Chief Executive Officer of Phase3 Telecom, Stanley Jegede, both signed the deal in Cotonou, Benin Republic. With the development, Phase3's network now becomes the longest regional terrestrial fibre network linking Nigeria to the Republic of Benin and Togo, with potential for connections to Ghana and Burkina Faso from Togo. (allAfrica.com)
Niger: Tandja Cracks Down on Opponents Sep 15, 2009
Also last week, Mahamadou Issoufou, the main leader of opposition to Tandja's regime, confirmed to the press that he was stopped at the airport by security officials as he was about to board a plane to Cotonou in Benin. "I went to the airport and to my surprise officials told me that I had been prohibited from travelling out of the country," said Issoufou, who is president of the Democratic and Socialist Party (PNDS). (allAfrica.com)
FIFA Confirms Stars 2010 World Cup place Sep 8, 2009
The Stars next play Benin in Cotonou on October 10 before wrapping up against Mali in Accra on November 14. Ghana was the only African team to have reached the last 16 at their maiden attempt three years ago at the Germany 2006 World Cup. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Ghana Qualify For World Cup Sep 7, 2009
The result coupled with closest challengers Benin and Mali drawing 1-1 in Cotonou a few hours before left a Ghanaian side boasting a 100 percent record with an unassailable seven-point Group D advantage. It will be the second successive World Cup appearance for Ghana, who did best of the five African teams in Germany three years ago by reaching the knockout second round before losing 3-0 to defending champions Brazil. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Africa: Ghana in WC field after blanking Sudan Sep 7, 2009
Mozambique stayed third, two points adrift of Nigeria as Manuel "Tico Tico'' Bucuane's second-half goal sealed a 1-0 victory over Kenya. Mozambique has four points from four games, while Kenya is last place with three points. In Group A, Togo missed out on a chance to take over the lead from idle Gabon after bottom-placed Morocco scored an injury-time equalizer. Morocco substitute Adel Taarabt pounced late to cancel out Moustapha Salifou's fourth-minute goal and earn a 1-1 draw. Togo made its... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Football: Ghana reach World Cup Sep 7, 2009
The result, coupled with closest challengers Benin and Mali drawing 1-1 in Cotonou a few hours earlier, left a Ghana side boasting a 100 per cent record with an unassailable seven-point Group D advantage. "It was so important to win, regardless of how we achieved the result. It is still special for us professionals to return home and bring joy to the people of Ghana," Essien told reporters. (CNN -- World)
Ghana/Sudan: Black Stars Qualify for 2010 World Cup Sep 7, 2009
Although the win was widely anticipated, the team's place at the top of its group was sealed by a 1-1 draw between Benin and Mali, two other teams in the group, in Cotonou. But Nigerians were disappointed when Tunisia held the Super Eagles to a 2-2 draw in Abuja. (allAfrica.com)
Airliner crash kills 135 in Benin Sep 6, 2009
The chartered Boeing 727 bound for Beirut crashed shortly after take-off from the country's main city, Cotonou ... UTA Flight 141 originated in Conakry, the capital of Guinea, and had stopped in Freetown in Sierra Leone, before landing in Cotonou ... Dozens of bodies floated among the plane's wreckage about 150 metres (yards) off a Cotonou beach. (BBC News)
Preview: Ghana v Sudan Sep 6, 2009
Despite an eye in Cotonou where Benin host Mali, expectations remain high in Accra but Milovan Rajevac, Ghana coach expects Sudan to play it tough as the Black Stars look for a fourth win on the trot. Sudan will be very motivated. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Black Stars wary despite needing just one win to reach Finals Sep 6, 2009
The Black Stars will become the first African qualifiers for the tournament if they defeat the Desert Hawks in Accra and the other Group D fixture between Benin and Mali in Cotonou is drawn earlier the same day. Hoping for the best: Ghanaian forward Asamoah Gyan says his team should not be over-confident when they take on Sudan in a World Cup qualifying match today. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Ghana/Sudan: Nation Hopes to Reach Soccer World Cup Sep 6, 2009
In the other Group D encounter, the Lions of Mali would battle Benin in Cotonou. Meanwhile, the Ghana police service is announcing the closure of some roads in the capital city, Accra to help facilitate effective traffic control during the match. (allAfrica.com)
Ghana could be first African qualifier Sep 4, 2009
Mali have four points and Benin three going into their Cotonou fixture and if the West African derby is drawn neither the Eagles nor the Squirrels could catch Ghana with two rounds to come in October and November. A series of shock results sees Gabon lead Group A with six points followed by Togo (four), Morocco (two) and Cameroon (one) with the top and bottom teams having a game in hand. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Just hit the delete button (1271) Sep 1, 2009
She deposited the $12 million in a security company in Cotonou Benin republic as a family treasure & artefacts, please I want you to note that the security company does not know the real content to be money and I want you to assist me in claiming the consignment & distributing the money to charity organizations, I agree to reward you with part of the money for your assistance, kindness and participation in this Godly project. Halfway through the e-mail, George announces she is ill and has been... (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
East Africa: Region Trades 'Free' With Europe Aug 25, 2009
The interim arrangement entered into last November was to forestall interruption of trade after the Cotonou Agreement was outlawed by the World Trade Oganisation when it came to an end in December 2007 ... The ACP countries and the EU agreed through a partnership signed in Cotonou, Benin in 2001, to establish a new regime in the form of EPAs, which were to be concluded by December 31, 2007. (allAfrica.com)
Artist Profile - Anglique Kidjo Aug 24, 2009
Born in the village of Cotonou, Benin, Kidjo had a deep appreciation for music even as a child. She began performing at age six, with influences ranging from Afropop and jazz to Stevie Wonder and Jimi Hendrix. (Suite101.com)
Nigeria: Firm Explains Internet Blackout Aug 21, 2009
"The service was recovered at exactly 00:32 hrs on August 19, 2009, when their Network Operating Centre reported live traffic to their upstream counterparts. Relevant Links "The repair ship arrived Cotonou late Saturday evening and commenced repairs on Sunday morning. The fault was discovered 25 kilometres off the coast at a depth of 55m and was successfully restored yesterday (Tuesday)," he said. Arzika said Suburban had taken steps to ensure that the effect of this type of occurrence will be... (allAfrica.com)
West Africa net service restored Aug 19, 2009
It arrived in Cotonou in Benin late Saturday evening and carried out repairs on Sunday morning. The cause of the fault has not been revealed. (BBC News -- Africa)
Africa: Agriculture Can Lead Poverty Reduction [interview] Aug 6, 2009
The system of information on prices is something we are focusing on, trying to set up systems that allow a farmer in Cotonou to just take his phone and be informed about the prices in North Nigeria. We do that in Ghana, and in Benin where (radio is also a key support). (allAfrica.com)
Leaving Lagos Jul 25, 2009
My destinations were to be the coastal cities of Cotonou and Lome. Ordinarily Cotonou, Benin's main city, should be an hour's drive from Lagos but it was far enough because the road to the border at Seme was as bad as any road could be in this rainy season ... Cotonou is much more relaxed than Lagos. (BBC News -- Africa)
Benin: Flooding Prompts State of Emergency Jul 9, 2009
Cotonou Heavy rains have displaced thousands of people in Benin and have led the government to declare the country's first state of emergency in recent years ... On 7 July the World Health Organization (WHO), Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR), and UN Children's Fund (UNICEF) conducted a rapid damage assessment in the economic capital Cotonou, the commune hardest hit by flooding, said Benin's director of civilian protection, Alfred Sohou ... Severely affected... (allAfrica.com)
Benin declares emergency in tackling floodCotonou, Benin (PANA) - The Beninese government has declared a state ofemergency in dealing with floods caused by torrential rains over the country,especially in the southern part of the country, according to a statement released Tuesday by the Ministry of the Interior and Public Security. 07/07/2009 Full Text... Jul 8, 2009
Cotonou, Benin (PANA) - The Beninese government has declared a state of emergency in dealing with floods caused by torrential rains over the country, especially in the southern part of the country, according to a statement release d Tuesday by the Ministry of the Interior and Public Security ... Cotonou - 07/07/2009. (Panapress.com)
Benin declares state of emergency over floods Jul 8, 2009
COTONOU, July 7 (Reuters) - Benin has declared a state of emergency and called for international humanitarian aid after floods hit the south of the West African country ... "There is urgent need of food, potable water, essential drugs, blankets and treated bed nets," Interior Minister Armand Zinzindohoue said after visiting neighbourhoods in the main city of Cotonou that were hit by the floods. (AlertNet)
Press Release: IMF Executive Board Completes Sixth PRGF Review for Benin and Approves Increase of Financial Support by US$14.4 Million Jun 25, 2009
The authorities also intend to privatize Benin Telecom, restructure the electricity company, streamline procedures and improve capacity at the Port of Cotonou, and strengthen the judicial system, land tenure, and financial supervision. The authorities fiscal policy response to the crisis is projected to result in significant financing gaps in 2009 and 2010, requiring additional budget support from the donor community. (IMF News)
Polio vaccine drive in Benin suspended by health sector strike - IRIN May 30, 2009
Members of the health workers' union held a sit-in at the Health Ministry on 27 May and many participated in a march by members of the political opposition in the commercial capital, Cotonou, the following day. One health worker who gave his name as Maxime T. told IRIN on 29 May: "We will wait for all of our demands to be met for every last health worker before resuming work [The government] has not taken us seriously. Enough is enough.". (AlertNet)
Red Cross to Help Benin Rebuild After Violent Storms May 12, 2009
Dakar Hundreds of people displaced by severe April storms in the Collines region 200km north of the business capital, Cotonou, are expected to receive construction materials from the Red Cross of Benin to begin home and school repairs. Violent winds and rainstorms displaced more than 800 people in late April when their homes were destroyed. (allAfrica.com)
The Rulers of Benin Apr 19, 2009
They also succeeded in establishing other trading posts in Dahomey, for instance, Ouida and Cotonou. Nonetheless, slaves were not the only thing that was traded in, weapons also had great supply and demand in the area. (Suite101.com)
Rights groups urge Africa to cooperate with ICC over DarfurSudan President to visit Egypt despite arrest warrantNigerian paper urges Sudanese leader to appear before ICC1 killed in ambush of 6 Darfur peacekeepers US seeks int'l effort to curb piracyUN envoy urges more international efforts to curb piratesUN envoy urges more international efforts to curb piratesParis wants political solution to sea-hijacking in Somalia Central Bank to boost Congolese francCement price stabilises at US$ 13 in KinshasaCongolese airline to resume flights to Brussels 2 MayVita of Kinshasa beats Malanti Chiefs of Mbabane in CAF cup Ivorian Prime Minister urges mutinous soldiers to remain calmGbagbo: "Whoever delays Ivorian elections is a criminal"Gbagbo reaffirms his desire for Ivorian peaceGbagbo signs Ivorian amnesty law ON THE WIRE Crusade against sex tourism launched in BeninCotonou, Benin (PANA) - The Beninese government, UNICEF and Ecobank havelaunched a crusade against sex tourism that targets children aged aged 8-17, official sources told PANA here on Thursday. 16/04/2009 Full Text... Apr 17, 2009
Cotonou, Benin (PANA) - The Beninese government, UNICEF and Ecobank have launched a crusade against sex tourism that targets children aged aged 8-17, off icial sources told PANA here on Thursday ... Cotonou - 16/04/2009. (Panapress.com)
West Africa: Buruli Disease Still Stumps Researchers Apr 4, 2009
Cotonou It starts as a painless lump, swelling or a hardened skin patch but if undetected and untreated can turn into a festering lesion and then permanent disability ... "What is most serious about Buruli ulcer is not linked to the mortality rate [estimated two percent, WHO], but the disease's aftermath, " said Yves Bargui, the head of a Buruli ulcer testing and treatment in Lalo, 100km west of Benin's economic capital Cotonou. (allAfrica.com)
Buruli Ulcer Strategy to focus on Early Detection and Early Treatment Apr 2, 2009
This was announced on Monday by WHO Regional Director for Africa, Dr Luis Sambo, in an address to the High-Level Leadership Meeting on BU which took place in Cotonou, Benin Republic ... He paid tribute to the Heads of State attending the meeting, saying that their presence in Cotonou was evidence of the importance they attached to BU control. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
* FEATURE : Beninese workers complaining of bad Chinese practices Apr 1, 2009
AFP , COTONOU, BENIN Wednesday, Apr 01, 2009, Page 6 ... Over the last 10 years, Chinese investment has grown by 50 percent a year, said the Laboratory for Economic Analysis in the capital Cotonou. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
WHO Buruli Ulcer Strategy to focus on early detection, early treatmentCotonou, Benin (PANA) - Based on the best available evidence, the World Health Organizations (WHO)new strategy for Buruli ulcer (BU) control will focus on earlycase detection and early initiation of antibiotic treatment for patients, according to the WHO Regional Director for Africa, Dr Luis Sambo. 01/04/2009 Full Text... Apr 1, 2009
Cotonou, Benin (PANA) - Based on the best available evidence, the World Health O rganizations (WHO)new strategy for Buruli ulcer (BU) control will focus on earl y case detection and early initiation of antibiotic treatment for patients, accor d ing to the WHO Regional Director for Africa, Dr Luis Sambo ... He paid tribute to the Heads of State attending the meeting, saying that their presence in Cotonou was evidence of the importance they attached to BU control ... Cotonou - 01/04/2009. (Panapress.com)
Rights groups urge Africa to cooperate with ICC over DarfurSudan President to visit Egypt despite arrest warrantNigerian paper urges Sudanese leader to appear before ICC1 killed in ambush of 6 Darfur peacekeepers UN envoy condemns attack on Somali Interior MinisterKenya hesitant over hostage talks with Somali militantsMedia federation condemns imprisonment of Somaliland journalistKenya signs landmark pact to collect taxes for Somalia Sarkozy begins DR Congo visitSarkozy to visit 3 African countries from 26 MarchDR Congo appoints new Ambassador to BelgiumDR Congo normalises relations with western neighbours Ivorian Prime Minister urges mutinous soldiers to remain calmGbagbo: "Whoever delays Ivorian elections is a criminal"Gbagbo reaffirms his desire for Ivorian peaceGbagbo signs Ivorian amnesty law ON THE WIRE WHO, Benin to organise meeting on 'Buruli Ulcer'Brazzaville, Congo (PANA) - The World Health Organization (WHO) and the Government of Benin will jointly organize aHigh-Level Leadership Meeting on Buruli ulcer (BU) from 30 March to 3 April in Cotonou, a WHO statement said Friday. 27/03/2009 Full Text... Mar 29, 2009
Most importantly, the meeting will adopt the Cotonou Declaration in support of the implementation of new BU control strategy ... The technical meeting is expected to develop a road map for the implementation of the Cotonou Declaration,'' it added. (Panapress.com)
Benin: Judges Trained to Deal With Violence on Women Mar 29, 2009
Cotonou Judges and gynaecologists in Benin have undergone training on the interpretation of forensic evidence in cases of violence against women, as well as in investigative procedures when dealing with rape cases. The training took place in Cotonou, the country's economic capital, at an international conference held Mar. (allAfrica.com)
Benin: Bulldozers to Clear Out Drug-Infested Areas Mar 24, 2009
Cotonou Bulldozers will soon raze sections of 20 neighbourhoods of Benin's economic capital, Cotonou, that officials say have become overrun with drugs ... Blochaou told IRIN police will soon follow up with a more destructive sweep called "Cleaning out Placodji," named for the economically destitute area the commissioner said has become a drug haven in Cotonou. (allAfrica.com)
Peace Corps identifies worker found dead in Africa Mar 14, 2009
Peace Corps director Jody Olsen says Puzey, 24, was an exemplary volunteer for the agency in Benin where she taught English at a rural school in the village of Badjoude about six hours from the capital of Cotonou. "Kate's life and work spoke volumes about the kind of dedication she had to her service as a volunteer, and the U.S. Peace Corps is greatly saddened by her loss," Olsen said in a statement. (USA Today)
Africa: Food Crisis Over, Say Experts Feb 27, 2009
One of the experts, Marco Woopereis, Deputy Director-General, Research, Africa Rice Center, Cotonou, Benin Republic, who spoke at a workshop on "Stress Tolerant Rice for Poor Farmers in Africa and South Asia" in Ibadan, revealed that a whopping $800million was expended by the Federal Government last year alone to combat the food crisis but warned that the trend may come back unless there is an aggressive rice plantation and production. Participants at the workshop were drawn from Nigeria, Ghana,... (allAfrica.com)
Benin: Sorcery-Linked Infanticides Persist in North Feb 27, 2009
Cotonou In northern Benin a baby born with a tooth, in silence or feet first is likely to be killed out of fear that the infant is cursed, according to local NGOs ... Ya Mouda, 70, in the village of S;gbana - 500km north of the commercial capital Cotonou - said children with what are seen as deformities are feared. (allAfrica.com)
Benin: Water Sector Corruption 'Enormous' Feb 18, 2009
Cotonou Corruption has limited access to safe water for more than half Benin's population, according to the Ministry of Energy and Water. Authorities told IRIN cash-strapped consumers are paying the price for mismanagement of the multimillion-dollar sector. (allAfrica.com)
West Africa: Can Organic Cotton Save the Industry? Feb 17, 2009
But no matter how long it takes, agriculture researcher Jeanne Zoudjihekpon in Benin's economic capital Cotonou, told IRIN it is time farmers come "full circle" to their natural roots. "Our ancestors grew things organically and did not know anything about chemicals. If we want to stay true to ourselves, we can do only organic cultivation.". (allAfrica.com)
Nigeria: Using More Ports [editorial] Feb 17, 2009
Poor policies and their poorer administration have led to Nigeria losing international trade to ports in neighbouring countries, especially the Beninois port at Cotonou. Nigerians find it easier to send their goods to Benin ports and then smuggle them into the country through illegal routes. (allAfrica.com)
Benin: 'Mercy' Health Care Ship Docks Feb 13, 2009
Cotonou The 150m-long mobile hospital called "Africa Mercy" has docked in Benin's economic capital Cotonou and is expected to provide free surgeries and other medical care until December ... As of 12 February the non-profit organisation that operates the ship, Mercy Ships, sent a team from Cotonou north 400km to the towns of Parakou and Natitingou to conduct health screenings and identify candidates for surgery ... Parakou resident Alidou Mama told IRIN he would do anything necessary to go to... (allAfrica.com)
K Line launches new coal carrier Feb 9, 2009
The new service will be operated independently by K Line where its port rotations include Cape Town in South Africa, Tema in Ghana and Lagos in Nigeria and Cotonou in Benin. There weekly service will be operated by four 1,000 20ft-equivalent-unit capacity vessels. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
