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 upon by ...

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

The Committee to Protect Journalists urges Beninese authorities to reverse their January 21 orders suspending six privately ...

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

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

This week on Business Africa, we cover the resurgence of oil production in South Sudan, the strengthening of economic ties ...

Two-time Oscar-nominated actor Djimon Hounsou talks about his philanthropic work, and how ‘systemic racism’ means he’s still ...

The Vodun religion, also spelled “Vodou,” originated in the Kingdom of Dahomey, present-day Benin, Nigeria, Togo and Ghana.

“The ECOWAS Commission expresses its deepest condolences to the government, security forces, and people of the Republic of ...

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.

Over in Benin the country is celebrating three days of Vodun as a way to reclaim the country's cultural identity ...

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (WGHP) — The former chief of staff for former Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson was shot at a church in ...