Recognition of Beninese nationality for Afro-descendants

Recognition of Beninese nationality for Afro-descendants is a method of acquiring Beninese nationality for persons who, according to their genealogy, have a sub-Saharan African ancestor who was deported from the African continent as part of the slave trade and the triangular trade.

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News and Events

Event

Vodun Days Celebration 2025

After the initial publication organised at the beginning of the year, the 2025 Vodun Days will be held on January 9, 10 and 11 with significant innovations and with the same enthusiasm, promoting the intangible Vodun cultural heritage. This dynamic is fully in line with the government’s noble vision of making Benin a leading tourist destination.

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News

The Grand Vodun Ceremony

During the three memorable days January 9, 10 and 11, 2025, the historic city of Ouidah will come to life spectacularly, vibrating to the rhythms of Vodun arts, culture and spirituality, both around the Door of Non Return of Benin and in the historic centre of the city.

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Tourism

Development of the Vodun Days host sites

From January 9 to 11, 2025, the historic city of Ouidah will vibrate to the rhythms of Vodun arts, culture and spirituality.

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