[12/03 09:51] We are recruiting 8 individual consultants (M/F) to coordinate and implement artificial intelligence training programs for middle and high school students in Benin.

[12/03 09:53] 1 individual consultant responsible for the implementation and operational coordination of the program;

1 individual consultant responsible for instructional design and implementation of mathematics courses for artificial intelligence;

1 individual consultant responsible for instructional design and implementation of courses in algorithms and Python development;

1 individual consultant responsible for instructional design and implementation of machine learning courses;

1 individual consultant in charge of instructional design and implementation of deep learning courses;

1 individual consultant in charge of instructional design and implementation of robotics courses;

1 individual consultant in charge of instructional design and implementation of natural language processing (NLP) courses;

1 individual consultant in charge of instructional design and implementation of computer vision courses

Today, mastering English is an essential skill for studying, traveling, and succeeding in an increasingly connected world.

TinIMA is launching a new session of its introductory English workshop for young people aged 8 to 18.

An interactive program to learn to express themselves, understand, and use English in a motivating and stimulating environment.

Think Global. Think Tech. Think English.

Every Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
From March 28 to June 6
SCOP

Places are limited.
Don't miss this opportunity to give your child an essential skill for their future.

Register now using the form:
https://forms.office.com/r/BhgNsXz3BW

#SCOP #TinIMA #Education #English #Youth #Skills #Training

They don't need superpowers.

Just opportunities.

At Sèmè City, we support women every day as they develop skills, launch projects, and take their place in the tech and creative sectors.

When opportunities exist, talent emerges and innovation thrives.

Because innovation has no gender.

But access to opportunities must be built.

And that's exactly what we do.

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As a reminder: Aligned with the National Artificial Intelligence and Big Data Strategy (SNIAM 2023–2027), the program is based on a comprehensive pipeline ranging from intensive training to international participation.

It is led by:

- The Ministry of Digital Affairs and Digitalization of Benin (MND)
- The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MESRS)
- The Ministry of Secondary, Technical and Vocational Education (MESTFP)
- The Sèmè City Development Agency (ADSC)

Searching for Benin's Future Artificial Intelligence Champions

Benin is preparing to participate in the 2026 International Olympiad in Artificial Intelligence (IOAI) in Abu Dhabi.

This program will select the best candidates to represent the country after intensive training and several rounds of competition.

Who can apply?
Middle and high school students passionate about artificial intelligence, mathematics, and programming.

An adventure that will:

✔ Train hundreds of students in AI
✔ Uncover the country's best talent
✔ Represent Benin on the international stage
Application deadline: March 20, 2026

Apply here: https://semecity.bj/programmes/olympiades-internationales-de-lintelligence-artificielle/

Teachers and schools, please share this information with your students.

Because a well-prepared girl can transform her future?
Africa Women Leaders invites you to a powerful moment of inspiration, knowledge sharing, and action.

Around the theme "From Vision to Action: Preparing Young Women to Impact Their Future," committed individuals will share their journeys, challenges, and keys to daring, believing in oneself, and taking action.

On the agenda: Panel discussion, Masterclass, networking, experience sharing, and refreshments.
🎟 Official price: 5,000 CFA francs
This event is not just a simple gathering; it's a decisive step in building the female leadership of tomorrow.

Africa Women Leaders
Registration open
The future starts now

𝗙𝗜𝗦𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗘́ & 𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘: 𝗟𝗘 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗲𝗿 𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗭-𝗩𝗢𝗨𝗦 𝗗𝗨 𝗖𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗨𝗥 𝗮̀ 𝗻𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗾𝘂𝗲𝗿 𝗽𝗮𝗿 𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗳𝘀 𝗱’𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗲 !

The Benin Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCI Benin) invites you to a new edition of 𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗭-𝗩𝗢𝗨𝗦 𝗗𝗨 𝗖𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗨𝗥, a forum for exchange and capacity building dedicated to entrepreneurs and project leaders.

Theme: Making the Best of the Factal

Date: Friday, March 6 2026

Time: 10:30 AM

Format: Online Free Mobile Testing

In an economic environment where tax compliance is a major driver of credibility and performance, it is essential for every business leader to master the fundamentals of taxation.

This session will be led by 𝗠𝗮𝗱𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗬𝗮𝘀𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗔𝗬𝗢 𝗟𝗔𝗣𝗜𝗘, 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁-𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗲𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝘂𝘅 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝘁𝗲𝘀, which will provide practical insights into:

• The essential elements of the economy;

• The proximate boons to increase the cortisol levels;

• The modalities of activism in the resumption of the resumption;

• The references to adopter to securitize the general public of son Accitizenship.

Whether you are a business creator, SME manager, etc., this event will provide you with concrete tools to better manage your business.

Registration Link:

Register here:

https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/7fa68f94-c249-459e-b39b-1ef2585e2814@85965880-7344-4192-b735-e7f6657db306/registration

Registration Link 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗲𝗻 𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗲 (𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗼𝗳𝘁 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘀):

Join the session on Friday, March 6th using the following link:

https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/36711650761619?p=jsn12owNuo87bEKbDb

RESCUE ADVISORY

As part of its recent institutional restructuring, the *Sèmè City* project is entering a new phase of development.

This phase relies on four complementary entities to enable the deployment of activities on a larger scale:
▪ the Sèmè City Foundation
▪ the Sèmè City Academic Commission
▪ the Sèmè City Development Agency (ADSC)
▪ the public and private institutions of Sèmè City

As part of its mission, *ADSC* is establishing a structure with services and production workshops dedicated to the emergence of high-potential "made in Benin" fashion brands.

*ADSC* supports designers from conception to prototyping, standardization, and production, in accordance with international standards.

In this context, *ADSC* is recruiting *a Project Manager and Workshop Coordinator*.

The Project Manager and Workshop Coordinator will be responsible for leading the implementation of activities, structuring operations, and supporting the development of a first collection, from design to production.

Are you visionary, passionate, dynamic, and analytical, and do you enjoy working in a team and producing excellent results?

Join the Sèmè City Development Agency

Apply now: https://semecity.bj/nous-rejoindre/recrutement/ (link in our bio)

Application deadline: March 9, 2026

Note: Never pay for recruitment. Be vigilant and inform someone you know before any interview.

Masterclass | Sound Design in the Age of Technology

The Sèmè City Development Agency invites you to an exceptional meeting with the Institute for Research and Coordination in Acoustics/Music (IRCAM), a world leader in musical research and sound innovation.

On March 4th, a masterclass will focus on the theme: "Sound Design in the Age of Technology."

This masterclass, led by Emmanuelle Zoll and Philippe Langlois, is aimed at students, creatives, designers, developers, musicians, directors, sound engineers, and anyone curious to understand the transformations of the contemporary soundscape.

Date: March 4 at 9:30 AM
Format: Hybrid
- In person at Sèmè One: https://www.eventbrite.fr/e/le-design-sonore-a-lere-des-technologies-a-seme-one-tickets-1983958833277?aff=oddtdtcreator
- Online: https://www.eventbrite.fr/e/1984128223929?aff=oddtdtcreato

Free but registration required

A unique opportunity to exchange ideas with international experts and explore the links between art, science, and technology.

Registration is now open for Session 2 of the Introduction to Audiovisual Workshop for children aged 8 to 18!

🗓 Every Wednesday
2:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Training period: March 18 to June 17, 2026
TinIMA Agblangandan

Hey team 👋🏾

Session 2 of the Introduction to Audiovisual Workshop for children aged 8 to 18 is now open!

Through hands-on, guided activities, they will discover the basics of filming, visual storytelling, and content creation.

Sèmè City Institute of Technology and Innovation (SCITI), in partnership with Sorbonne University and the IRD (French Research Institute for Development), is organizing a summer school from June 29 to July 10, 2026.

This 10-day program will take place on the Sèmè City campus (Sèmè One) in Cotonou. It is open to Master's students, doctoral candidates, post-doctoral researchers, faculty, engineers, and entrepreneurs in science, technology, and/or materials engineering, working on the design, transformation, development, and characterization of materials for various applications.

The Summer School, focused on the theme "Studying Locally Available Resources to Build the Materials of the Future," will enhance knowledge in materials development and analysis and facilitate expert-student interactions to foster collaboration in research and innovation.

Application deadline: March 15, 2026
More information about the program:
https://semecity.bj/programmes/summer-school/

And if you'd like to apply, click here:

https://forms.gle/MWRTPCBLZBKMnx8v5

First Flag-Raising Ceremony of the 10th Legislature

Speaker Joseph Fifamè Djogbénou Announces Governance Focused on Continuity, Rigor, and Respect for Public Property

The new Speaker of the National Assembly of Benin, Joseph Fifamè Djogbénou, presided over the traditional flag-raising ceremony on the morning of Monday, February 9, 2026, a ceremony his predecessor, Louis Gbèhounou Vlavonou, had made a tradition for parliamentary staff. After the playing of the three verses of "L'Aube Nouvelle" (The New Dawn), Benin's national anthem, Speaker Joseph Fifamè Djogbénou addressed all the staff, saying: "One might think this is a new day. But the State is a continuum. And the parliamentary administration is also a continuum. Taking this microphone in this place, following in the footsteps of the great Speaker of the National Assembly, Louis Gbèhounou Vlavonou, I do not consider it something new. Perhaps the voice is new." But it is the same National Assembly, the same presidency of the National Assembly. And I would ask each and every one of you to consider that the structures remain the same, that the rigor with which you supported President Vlavonou must be maintained; that the dedication to work must be maintained; that the respect for public property must be maintained. And I want to assure you, on behalf of the members of the bureau I chair, of our solidarity, our close relationship, and that the governance of the National Assembly will be carried out with the same rigor as during President Vlavonou's time.”

Continuing his remarks, President Joseph Fifamè Djogbénou stated that the ceremonies for raising the national flag, the presence and presentation of the national colors, are a moment of respect and unity in the spirit of our country.

“It is a time to reaffirm our duty to national unity. And I hope that this will continue in the same spirit with which you did so before,” he added.

He concluded by thanking everyone for their efforts in ensuring that the election of the National Assembly's leadership took place with such clarity and dignity.

"This is undoubtedly the first act of a seven-year term. I pray to God and the spirits of our ancestors that everyone remains healthy, strong, and renewed in their desire to serve the Nation so that at the end of this seven-year term, we may still be alive together to celebrate Benin even more," concluded President Joseph Fifamè Djogbénou.

#AnBenin | #JFD | #ColorsCeremony | #wasexo

The 15 accredited Business Support Organizations (BSOs) are:
Blolab Benin, CDE – University of Parakou, EtriLabs
University of Abomey-Calavi Foundation – UAC Alumni Network Startup Valley (RAUAC-SV), Fram Business, Future Studio, Innovation Design Factory of Africa Design School, IROKO FABLAB, l'Envol
Solidarités Entreprises Nord-Sud (SENS Benin), SODESI, SUD CAPITAL S.A. BENIN, Waxangari Labs, Women EdTech.

This unprecedented initiative in West Africa is led by the Government of Benin through the Sèmè City Development Agency (ADSC) and the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency (ADPME BENIN), with the support of the Ministry of Small and Medium Enterprises and Employment Promotion, the Ministry of Economy and Finance of Benin, the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Benin - CCI BENIN, and with the technical and financial support of the World Bank.

But the OAEs will also benefit from 14 months of technical support to professionalize their actions.

On Friday, February 6, 2026, the 15 accredited Entrepreneurship Support Organizations (ESOs) received their grants in the presence of Mr. Modeste KEREKOU, Minister of Small and Medium Enterprises and Employment Promotion.

A total of USD 1.49 million has been allocated to strengthen their capacities and thus improve their services to the entrepreneurs within their organizations.

SCITI is currently structuring and building its teams and, as part of this process, is seeking a Human Resources Manager to contribute to the design and implementation of the institution's HR strategy.

You are an accomplished and rigorous professional with excellent listening, communication, and organizational skills. You are familiar with the principles of inclusion and conflict management and enjoy teamwork, particularly in a high-level scientific environment.

Join Sèmè City Institute of Technology and Innovation!

Apply now: https://semecity.bj/nous-rejoindre/recrutement/
Application deadline: February 12, 2026

Sèmè City Institute of Technology and Innovation (SCITI) is currently structuring and establishing its teams and, as part of this process, is seeking an Administrative and Financial Director (M/F) whose main responsibilities will be to ensure administrative and financial management, budget preparation and monitoring, and guarantee the proper use of public resources in support of the institution's mission.

Join a team committed to education and innovation in Benin.

Apply now: https://semecity.bj/nous-rejoindre/recrutement/
Application deadline: February 12, 2026

#LabelOAE – 2025 Edition

Behind the labeled Entrepreneurship Support Organizations are women and men committed to supporting Beninese entrepreneurs.

Discover the faces behind the labeled Entrepreneurship Support Organizations (OAEs) for the 2025 edition:
WOMEN EDTECH, CEPEPE, CDE-UP, WAXANGARI LABS, SENS BENIN, INNOVATION DESIGN FACTORY, IROKO FABLAB, ETRILABS, FUTURE STUDIO, BLOLAB PRO, UAC STARTUP VALLEY, L’ENVOL, SUD CAPITAL, SODESI, FRAM BUSINESS.

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As a reminder: this initiative, led by the Sèmè City Development Agency and ADPME Benin, with the support of the Ministry of Small and Medium Enterprises and Employment Promotion, the Ministry of Economy and Finance, the Benin Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCI Benin), and with technical and financial support from the World Bank, aims to:
* Strengthen the quality of services offered to entrepreneurs,
* Establish a climate of trust between business support organizations, project promoters, and partners,
* Promote high-performing structures,
* Stimulate the professionalization of the entire sector.

Good news! 👉🏾 IMA Lingua, our language center, is launching new English courses tailored to your needs:

Business English: Master negotiation, convince your partners, and expand your business internationally; Communicative English: Become bilingual and communicate with confidence; IMA Lingua Campus Program: A program designed for students.

Course duration: 10 weeks Registration deadline: January 30, 2026

Don't miss this opportunity to boost your skills and open new doors. 👉🏾 Register now via the following link: https://forms.gle/ywRh16oeijHtpgca8

Introducing young people to entrepreneurship means giving them the tools to understand, create, and dare to launch their own businesses today.

Session 2 of the Introduction to Entrepreneurship workshop for 8- to 18-year-olds is now open. Through practical and tailored workshops, participants will develop their creativity, initiative, and sense of responsibility.

🗓 Every Wednesday, from January 28 to April 15, 2026
2:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
SCOP – Sèmè City Open Park

Give your child a stimulating environment to learn how to transform their ideas into concrete projects.

Registration link: https://forms.office.com/r/vJLgtMS8r6

Limited spaces available.

We are recruiting part-time lecturers (M/F) for the Bachelor's program in Digitalization and Data Science, specializing in:

• Web Architecture and Languages
• Critical Thinking
• Data Security

Application Deadline: January 29, 2026

Join a team committed to building the future of education and innovation in Benin!

Apply now: https://semecity.bj/nous-rejoindre/recrutement/

Fem’IMA 2026 is coming soon.

A program dedicated to supporting women entrepreneurs through coaching, mentoring, and leadership development.

Applications will open soon.

2 days left! Only 2 days left before applications close for the Fashion Led by Youth (FLY) program, the program that nurtures African talent 👩🏾‍💼👨🏾‍💼

Osmy GANGNON, alumnus of the first FLY edition and founder of the NOVA BREED ADVENTURE brand, has a message for you!

👉🏾 Ready to take your brand to the next level? 👉🏾 Apply now via the following link: https://semecity.bj/programmes/fly/

Applications open until January 16, 2026

Application Assistance Sessions | Fashion Led by Youth (FLY) 👩🏾‍💻👨🏾‍💻

Need help with your application to the Fashion Led by Youth (FLY) program? We'll be available to guide and assist you.

Wednesday, January 14, Thursday, January 15, and Friday, January 16, 2026 From 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM Sèmè One

These sessions will allow you to:
* understand the required documents and program expectations;

* review your application and ensure it's complete;

* ask any final questions before the deadline.

👉🏾 Please come prepared with all the required documents.
👉🏾 No application will be completed for you.

🪪 Remember to bring a form of identification to facilitate your entry to the building.

Fashion Led by Youth, the program that nurtures African talent 👩🏾‍💼👨🏾‍💼

Happy Vodun Days to everyone!

We hope to see many of you in Ouidah to celebrate the richness and diversity of our culture.

#EveryoneToOuidah on January 8, 9, and 10 for 3 days of exceptional events!

👉🏾 Find the detailed program and all the practical information on the official website https://vodundays.bj

Bonsoir la grande famille bonne fête de vodou

Merry Christmas to each and every one of you!

Determined to carry out their plan, the mutineers headed towards the National Television station, which they controlled for a time, making a statement before being driven out by the loyalist army. Panicked, they fled, abandoning some of their men who were immediately arrested.

However, the mutinous soldiers had not given up. Far from it, since moments later they tried to open other fronts, notably at the Togbin military base where they still had armored vehicles. The Republican Army, reinforced by nearby barracks, quickly surrounded the base, making any movement by the mutineers impossible, and stood ready to launch the final assault.

But since the area was located in the heart of a residential zone, the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces and the military command did not want heavy fighting to take place there, risking numerous civilian casualties. It was therefore decided to conduct targeted, surgical airstrikes, without exposing the surrounding neighborhoods of Togbin and Fidjrossé, nor any innocent military personnel.

From that moment on, sub-regional cooperation was activated, under the auspices of ECOWAS and at our country's request. Nigeria then came to our aid by conducting airstrikes at the end of the day, using its military aircraft which disabled some of the armored vehicles.

This operation was carried out successfully, without any loss of life. The last attackers, having witnessed the preparatory maneuvers, fled the scene. Control of the base was then regained, and an ECOWAS standby force composed of Nigerian soldiers, who arrived overnight from Sunday to Monday to support the efforts of the Republican Army, is currently stationed there.

Similarly, also within the framework of this sub-regional cooperation, a special force arrived from Côte d'Ivoire late Sunday to take up positions in Cotonou, ready for further action if needed.

Finally, it should be noted that General Abou Issa and Colonel Faizou Gomina, who had been held hostage, were freed early Monday morning, December 8, thanks to the swift action of intelligence services and the security measures put in place in the town of Tchaourou, where they had already been taken by the fleeing mutineers, who had threatened to kill them. In light of the gravity of the events, the Government observed a minute of silence in memory of those who lost their lives, expressed its support for the wounded, and then ordered that the ongoing investigations identify all perpetrators and those who ordered them, whoever they may be, establish responsibility so that they can be held accountable, assess the material damage, including collateral damage suffered by civilians, and consider compensation by the State.

Taking this opportunity, the President of the Republic expressed his gratitude to the entire Beninese people for their unwavering support and commitment to the well-being of our country. He commended our Army and its leaders for demonstrating their loyalty and sense of civic duty; and then instructed that the families of those who sacrificed themselves in defense of the homeland receive appropriate assistance. He also expressed his appreciation for the solidarity shown by the ECOWAS countries, particularly Nigeria and Côte d'Ivoire.

He urged the Government and the entire nation to see this ordeal as an opportunity to continue building a strong and resilient Benin, one that protects all its citizens, but where everyone must also learn to be accountable for their actions, especially when those actions are detrimental to the country's interests.

Finally, he affirmed his conviction that our country will continue its march toward progress and that we must learn all the lessons from these events so that they never happen again.