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  1. wikipedia.org
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    Benin - Wikipedia

    Benin, [a] officially the Republic of Benin, [b] is a country in West Africa. It was formerly known as Dahomey. [10] It is bordered by Togo to the west, Nigeria to the east, Burkina Faso to the …

  2. britannica.com
    https://www.britannica.com › place › Benin

    Benin | History, Map, Flag, Capital, & Population | Britannica

    Jun 5, 2025 · Benin, country of western Africa. It consists of a narrow wedge of territory extending northward for about 420 miles (675 kilometres) from the Gulf of Guinea in the Atlantic Ocean, …

  3. nationsonline.org
    https://www.nationsonline.org › oneworld › benin.htm

    Benin - Republic of Benin - Country Profile - West Africa

    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 …

  4. bbc.com
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    Benin country profile - BBC News

    Jul 28, 2023 · Benin, formerly known as Dahomey, is one of Africa's more stable democracies. Benin's shore includes what used to be known as the Slave Coast, the departure point for …

  5. cia.gov
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    Benin - The World Factbook

    3 days ago · There are no photos for Benin. Visit the Definitions and Notes page to view a description of each topic.

  6. countryreports.org
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    Benin | Culture, Facts & Travel | - CountryReports

    5 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 …

  7. www.africa.com
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    Discover Benin: All You Need to Know | Africa.com

    Jan 22, 2025 · Benin is a West African country officially known as the Republic of Benin. Benin borders Nigeria to the east, Burkina Faso and Niger to the north, and Togo to the west.

  8. theworldcountries.com
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    Benin - capital city, languages, geography, land border and much …

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

  9. cifor-icraf.org
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    Benin

    About Benin Located on the Gulf of Guinea, the Republic of Benin is a long and narrow rectangular country with a land area of 114,763 km2. Other important facts about the West …

  10. wikipedia.org
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    Benin - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

    Benin (officially called the Republic of Benin) is a country in Africa. The capital of Benin is Porto-Novo. The government is based in Cotonou, the country's largest city. Most people live on the …

  11. countryaah.com
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    Benin Facts – Countryaah.com

    Jun 3, 2019 · Benin is a small country located in West Africa, bordered by Togo to the west, Nigeria to the east, and Burkina Faso and Niger to the north. The southern border of Benin lies …

  12. worldatlas.com
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    Benin Maps & Facts - World Atlas

    Feb 24, 2021 · Benin is a country in West Africa located in the Northern and Eastern Hemispheres of the Earth. Four countries border Benin. These are Niger to the northeast, Nigeria to the …

  13. ohmyfacts.com
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    20 Facts About Benin - OhMyFacts

    Jun 17, 2025 · Benin, a diverse country in West Africa, has a rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning natural attractions, making it a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and …

  14. thefactfile.org
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    43 Important Facts About Benin - The Fact File

    Mar 3, 2020 · Benin, officially the Republic of Benin and formerly Dahomey, is a country in West Africa. The country has a long history with slave trade. Let’s learn more about it with these 43 …

  15. worlddata.info
    https://www.worlddata.info › africa › benin › index.php

    Benin: country data and statistics - Worlddata.info

    Benin is a country in West Africa with a narrow access to the Gulf of Guinea. The land has a total area of 114,760 km² (44,309 mi²) and a total coastline of 121 km (75.2 mi). This land area is …

  16. infoplease.com
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    Benin | Facts & Information | Infoplease

    Sep 9, 2022 · Infoplease has everything you need to know about Benin. Check out our country profile, full of essential information about Benin's geography, history, government, economy, …

  17. wikipedia.org
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    Outline of Benin - Wikipedia

    Benin – country in West Africa. [1] It borders Togo to the west, Nigeria to the east and Burkina Faso and Niger to the north; its short coastline to the south leads to the Bight of Benin. Its …

  18. wikitravel.org
    https://wikitravel.org › en › Benin

    Benin - Wikitravel

    Apr 16, 2024 · Benin is a great country to visit on any West African itinerary. You'll find culture through a large collection of palatial ruins and temples of the once powerful Kingdom of …

  19. imf.org
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    Benin: Sixth Reviews Under the Extended Fund Facility and the

    5 days ago · Benin’s strong institutional foundation and economic reform drive, combined with sound macroeconomic management, has generated tangible dividends. Economic activity …

  20. cia.gov
    https://www.cia.gov › ... › archives › countries › benin

    Benin - The World Factbook

    Dec 12, 2023 · Present day Benin is comprised of about 42 ethnic groups, including the Yoruba in the southeast, who migrated from what is now Nigeria in the 12th century; the Dendi in the …

  21. worldbank.org
    https://www.worldbank.org › en › country › benin › publication

    Benin Economic outlook 2025: Raising domestic revenue …

    In 2024, Benin's economic growth reached 7.5 %, the highest since 1990, driven by the services and industry sectors. Despite growing uncertainty surrounding global trade and unstable trade …

  22. britannica.com
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    Benin | History, Culture & People of West Africa | Britannica

    Benin, one of the principal historic kingdoms of the western African forest region (fl. 13th–19th century). Tradition asserts that the Edo people became dissatisfied with the rule of a dynasty …

  23. banquemondiale.org
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    Perspectives économiques du Bénin 2025 : accroître la …

    2 days ago · En 2024, la croissance économique du Bénin a atteint 7,5 %, son niveau le plus haut depuis 1990, grâce aux secteurs des services et de l'industrie. Malgré l'incertitude croissante …

  24. wikipedia.org
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    Kingdom of Benin - Wikipedia

    The Kingdom of Benin[2] or Empire of Benin, [3][4][5] also known as Great Benin, is a traditional kingdom in southern Nigeria. [6] It has no historical relation to the modern republic of Benin, [7] …

  25. mymodernmet.com
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    The Netherlands Returns 119 Looted Benin Bronzes to Nigeria

    Jun 24, 2025 · Over the last few years, museums around the world have vowed to return artwork and artifacts that were looted from their places of origin. The latest institution to fulfill their …

  26. cia.gov
    https://www.cia.gov › ... › archives › countries › benin

    Benin - The World Factbook

    Dec 29, 2021 · Present day Benin was the site of Dahomey, a West African kingdom that rose to prominence in about 1600 and over the next two and a half centuries became a regional …

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