Latest news in Benin? September 20th, 2026

In recent developments in Benin for mid-September 2026, the country has been active in both economic and sports sectors. The Benin Deal Room 2026 recently concluded in Cotonou, bringing together investors and project leaders to secure financing ranging between $2 to $3 billion for over 20 government-supported operations across agro-industry, infrastructure, and energy sectors. In sports, Benin’s national football team (the Cheetahs), managed by Gernot Rohr, announced a 25-man squad including striker Joseph Ede Oloko ahead of upcoming TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualifiers against Burkina Faso and Mauritania. Additionally, President Romuald Wadagni recently undertook a diplomatic and cooperative visit to Rwanda to strengthen bilateral relations focusing on agricultural training and food production models.