Governance, decentralisation & civil society
Decentralisation, local governance, citizen participation and civil society organisations.
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5 article(s)
Governance, decentralisation & civil society16 October 2026 2 min read
Benin: Ministerial Tour to Prepare Development Hubs
Minister Janvier Yahouedou began a tour of Benin’s twelve departments on 13 October 2026 to prepare for the establishment of territorial development hubs and their teams.
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Governance, decentralisation & civil society11 October 2026 2 min read
Benin: Financial commitments against child marriage at IDG 2026
The Ministry of Family and Social Affairs brought together institutional and technical stakeholders on 6 October 2026 in Cotonou for the 15th edition of the International Day of the Girl. The meeting focused on financing mechanisms for the National Program to Combat Child Marriage.
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Governance, decentralisation & civil society7 October 2026 2 min read
Benin: Disaster Management Platform Gathers to Address Climate Shocks
The Beninese government convened disaster management stakeholders on 6 October 2026 in Cotonou. This ministerial session reviewed the impact of extreme weather events affecting 349,580 people nationwide.
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Governance, decentralisation & civil society6 October 2026 2 min read
Benin: Minister Yahouédéou Steers New ANCB Leadership Toward Territorial Coordination
On 2 October 2026 in Cotonou, Decentralization and Local Governance Minister Janvier Yahouédéou addressed the newly installed ANCB leadership, urging municipalities to align their initiatives with state structures and citizens.
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Governance, decentralisation & civil society6 October 2026 2 min read
ANCB: Luc Gnacadja Sets Three Priorities for Decentralization in Benin (2026-2033)
New ANCB President Luc Gnacadja outlined his roadmap to transform municipalities into economic drivers and strengthen their financial autonomy during his inauguration ceremony in Cotonou on 2 October 2026. The event brought together the Minister of Decentralization, local elected officials, and technical and financial partners.
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