Benin

Benin is one of West Africa’s most stable democracies and an increasingly important transit economy for landlocked neighbours. Africaspoint covers Benin’s agricultural sector, port development in Cotonou, governance, and the economic reforms positioning this small coastal nation as a growing regional player.

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AfDB backs Benin capital markets fund

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