President Romuald Wadagni, who was inaugurated on 24 May 2026, oversaw the establishment of the National Digital Committee in Bénin. Decree n° 2026-579 formally created the body on 2 September 2026 to guide national digital transformation efforts. This legislative act serves as the foundational framework for the committee, ensuring that the government’s digital initiatives are managed with clear oversight and institutional accountability. The creation of this entity reflects the administration's commitment to modernizing the state’s technological infrastructure.
Government Digital Transformation Strategy
Mahuna Akplogan serves as the Minister of Digital Transformation and Innovation. In this capacity, the Minister manages the implementation of policies related to the technological advancement of public services. The Ministry is tasked with supervising the integration of digital tools across various sectors of the civil service to improve efficiency and accessibility for citizens.
Administrative processes in Bénin underwent a shift in July 2026 when the government initiated the progressive dematerialization of administrative documents. This project aims to replace physical paperwork with digital files across various state departments. The transition remains a central component of the broader national agenda to update government operations through digital means. By shifting to digital records, the government seeks to streamline internal workflows and reduce the time required for citizens to process official requests. This initiative is expected to enhance transparency and provide a more reliable system for storing and retrieving essential documentation.
Members of the National Digital Committee must adhere to a specific schedule for their official proceedings. Decree n° 2026-579 mandates that the National Digital Committee meet once per quarter. These sessions are intended to ensure regular oversight of the digital transformation efforts within the country. During these quarterly meetings, committee members will evaluate the progress of ongoing projects, review the status of digital initiatives, and address any technical challenges that may arise during the implementation phase. The frequency of these meetings is designed to maintain momentum and allow for timely adjustments to the national digital strategy as needed.
The committee draws upon the technical expertise of the Agence des Systèmes d’Information et du Numérique, the Centre national d’Investigations numériques, and the Agence nationale de Cybersécurité et de Résilience to fulfill its mandate. These specialized agencies provide the necessary technical support, research, and security protocols required to sustain the government's digital infrastructure. The collaboration between these agencies and the National Digital Committee is intended to create a cohesive approach to digital governance. By leveraging the specific skills of the Agence des Systèmes d’Information et du Numérique, the Centre national d’Investigations numériques, and the Agence nationale de Cybersécurité et de Résilience, the committee is positioned to address the complex requirements of a modern digital state. The integration of these entities ensures that policy decisions are informed by current technical capabilities and that security remains a priority throughout the transformation process. The committee’s ongoing work will continue to focus on the systematic upgrade of state services, guided by the regulatory requirements established in the decree.
