Abstract
<title>Abstract</title> <p>Objective To describe the implementation of a pilot blended coaching and e-learning program for military midwives in Benin and to identify lessons learned to inform future scale-up. Results description: A descriptive qualitative implementation study was conducted from 10 to 30 September 2025 in military medical-social centers across Benin. Nine military midwives (four mentors and five mentees) participated in a blended training program combining workplace clinical coaching with online learning modules. Data were collected using a structured post-training questionnaire administered through KoBoCollect and daily mentoring reports. Most participants (91.7%) had more than ten years of professional experience. Overall satisfaction with the program was high. All mentors reported improved competencies in clinical mentoring and e-learning, while most participants (81.7%) felt confident in applying their newly acquired skills in routine practice. Participants valued the combination of practical mentoring and online learning, the availability of anatomical models, and strong mentor engagement. Reported challenges included limited equipment, unreliable internet connectivity, and the need for sustained institutional support. These findings suggest that blended coaching and e-learning is a feasible and acceptable strategy for strengthening the competencies of military midwives in Benin.</p>