In a statement issued Jan. 10, Benin’s Catholic bishops said that diversity in opinions should be a “source of strength” for ...

Welcome to the ancient town of Ouidah, in southern Benin, a mecca of gods and spirits where the celebration of the annual ...

Modeste Zinsou, manager of Benin's Python Temple, gently drapes a live snake around a visitor's neck at the country's annual ...

As children dance with great speed and energy in colorful robes, guided by the drumbeats and chants from dance troupes, the gods and spirits that are evident all around the arena are beckoned ...

The trial of two former allies of Benin's president, who are accused of plotting against the state, began on Tuesday before being adjourned when the defence lawyers stormed out.

Benin is looking to raise $750 million through its sale of dollar bonds, according to people familiar with the deal, matching ...

Local meter producers in Nigeria are eyeing the regional electricity market in Ghana, Benin, Niger, Chad, Cameroon and other countries in a struggle to ...

On January 15, 2025, the Red Star Square in Cotonou became the focal point of a peaceful demonstration organized by three ...

COTONOU, Benin — Militants inflicted heavy losses on Benin’s armed forces during an attack this week on a fortified military ...

Catholic bishops in Benin extended their condolences to the families of at least 28 soldiers who were killed by terrorists on ...

Clad in white and pink, Deborah Bossou, 25, blends vibrant song with dance as she immerses herself with fellow practitioners ...