Benin, [a] officially the Republic of Benin, [b] formerly known as Dahomey, [13] is a country in West Africa. Benin is bordered by Togo to the west, Nigeria to the east, Burkina Faso to the north-west, …

Feb 7, 2026 · Benin, country of western Africa. The official capital is Porto-Novo, but Cotonou is Benin’s largest city, its chief port, and its de facto administrative capital.

2 days ago · Benin, a narrow, north-south strip of land in West Africa, lies between the Equator and the Tropic of Cancer. Benin is bordered by Togo to the west, Burkina Faso and Niger to the north, …

Benin facts: Official web sites of Benin, links and information on Benin's art, culture, geography, history, travel and tourism, cities, the capital city, airlines, embassies, tourist boards and newspapers.

Jan 20, 2026 · Benin is a small but influential nation in West Africa, known for its political stability, rich cultural heritage, and historic role in the region’s past and present. Bordering Nigeria and …

Jul 28, 2023 · Provides an overview of Benin, including key dates and facts about this West African nation.

Benin President Patrice Talon has condemned an attempted coup that was foiled by the army in his first public comments since sporadic gunfire was heard in parts of the administrative capital, Cotonou.

9 hours ago · Benin covers an area of 114,763 square kilometres (44,310 sq mi) [3] and its population in 2018 was estimated to be approximately 11.49 million. [10] [11] Benin is a tropical nation, highly …

Feb 4, 2026 · In 1997, The World Factbook went digital and debuted to a worldwide audience on CIA.gov, where it garnered millions of views each year. The World Factbook appealed to …

Located in the center of Benin, the Littoral combines urban dynamism and cultural richness. Discover Cotonou with its lively boulevards, craft markets and historic monuments. Its beaches and cultural …