Benin

Culture news

Netherlands to return over 100 Benin Bronzes to Nigeria

The Netherlands will return 119 Benin Bronzes to Nigeria which the country took during colonial times.

20/02/2025

Niger

A lifeline lost? Niger's China backed oil pipeline is in deep trouble

Diplomatic tensions with neighbouring Benin and a rebel group that wants to restore democracy in the West African country have brought the pipeline to a standstill.

24/06/2024

Culture news

Euroviews. The Woman King: if you see one movie this year, please make it this

As Black History Month draws to a close in the UK, culture critic Tina Charisma argues why everyone should take time out to watch Hollywood's historical portrayal of bold Black women on the big screen.

29/10/2022

France

Macron calls Russia a 'colonial power' in ex-French colony

France's president accused Russia of being "one of the last colonial imperial powers" during a visit to Benin, a former French colony.

27/07/2022

Culture news

Should European museums return African heritage items?

As conversations about decolonisation increase, more museums are considering returning their looted African heritage, but is this the right approach?

15/07/2022

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Beninese pray to Voodoo's sea goddess of fertility and beauty

The Beninese pay tribute to the deities of Voodoo, a religion that worships gods and natural spirits along with respect to revered ancestors.

11/01/2022

Culture news

Cambridge University college returns looted cockerel to Nigeria

The cockerel used to be displayed in Jesus College's dining hall, but it was removed in 2016 following the rise of the 'Black Lives Matter' movement.

28/10/2021

World News

France to return looted treasures to Benin

The "Abomey Treasures," were stolen by the French army in 1892.

27/10/2021

Culture news

129-year journey nears end as France returns Benin treasures

France is displaying 26 looted colonial-era artefacts for one last time before returning them to Benin.

25/10/2021

World

Women champions of development in the Sahel - {INSPIRE AFRICA}

"Investing in women and girls is one of the most effective ways to increase equality and promote sustainable and inclusive economic growth.. "- SWEDD #StrongerTogether2021 #womenempowerment

11/09/2021

Germany

Germany to return Benin Bronzes looted during colonial era

Germany’s minister for culture, Monika Gruetters, said the Benin Bronzes were a key test for the way the country deals with its colonial past.

30/04/2021

France

French MPs approve return of looted artefacts to Benin and Senegal

Benin is to receive 26 artefacts plundered from the Palace of Behanzin in 1892, including a throne, while a sword and its sheath will be restituted to Senegal.

18/12/2020

World News

Pirates kidnap crew on two European-flagged ships off west Africa

A total of 13 people have been kidnapped in two separate piracy incidents involving European-flagged ships off the coast of West Africa in the last few days.

04/11/2019

Burkina Faso

Two French soldiers killed during rescue of four hostages in Burkina Faso

Two French soldiers have been killed during a rescue operation by special forces of four people being held hostage by an armed group in Burkina Faso

10/05/2019

Benin

Dead body believed to be Benin guide found

A body allegedly belonging to Benin guide was found by authorities after two French tourists and their guide were reported missing on Wednesday.

03/05/2019

Benin

Benin election: 33 candidates compete to be president

There is plenty of choice in Benin’s election. Voters going to the polls on Sunday have had a record 33 candidates to choose from – all vying to

06/03/2016

World

The boys and girls who'd rather go to school

04/01/2013