Discover what the capital of Benin is. Learn why Cotonou is not the capital of Benin and read about its official capital, history, culture, and how it differs. Do you know that Benin’s official ...

A fire in a commercial building south of Benin’s capital has killed at least 35 people, authorities said, as they started an investigation. The gutted and burned ruins of a building in Seme-Podji, 10 ...

COTONOU, Benin (AP) — Nearly 30,000 people demonstrated in Benin’s capital to back the opposition’s call for local elections. The local elections were supposed to take place in March 2013 and have ...

Spectators poured into Benin's capital for a new festival celebrating traditional masks over the weekend as the West African country seeks to attract visitors and showcase its cultural heritage. The ...

Authorities in Benin say a fire in a commercial building south of the capital has killed at least 35 people. The gutted and burned ruins of a building in the town of Seme-Podji and the charred remains ...