By streamlining naturalization processes, Benin is establishing itself as a gateway for Afro-descendants reconnecting with ...

“It is about reconnecting with our culture, art, and spirituality ... Visitors flock to Ouidah, nestled on Benin’s Atlantic coast, to witness one of the world’s oldest religions come ...

The kingdom of Ife developed in the rainforest in the 600s. Its art and religion influenced the culture of Benin, which began in the 900s and reached the height of its power between the 1400s and ...

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

Welcome to the ancient town of Ouidah, in southern Benin, a mecca of gods and spirits where the ... “It is to come back and live their culture, art and spirituality for those who practice Voodoo,” ...

traditional voodoo celebrations in Benin. This weekend brought the traditional Vodun Days annual festival encompassing arts, culture and voodoo spirituality to the southern town of Ouidah ...

Dozens of artefacts displayed in Swiss museums are suspected of being looted art from the former African Kingdom of Benin, an investigation has concluded. At least 21 objects were identified as ...

The kingdom of Ife developed in the rainforest in the 600s. Its art and religion influenced the culture of Benin, which began in the 900s and reached the height of its power between the 1400s and ...