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

The Benson Idahosa University, Benin, Edo State has called for support and partnership to sustain its contribution of manpower to societal change through its Department of Anthropology and ...

In the ancient town of Ouidah, located in southern Benin, the annual Voodoo Festival unfolds with a vibrant mix of dance, ...

Welcome to the ancient town of Ouidah, in southern Benin, a mecca of gods and spirits where the celebration of the annual ...

At the end of 2024, there was major news in the art world: talks between for the British Museum and the government of Greece over the Parthenon Marbles had reportedly reached advanced stages. If such ...

This weekend brought the traditional Vodun Days annual festival encompassing arts, culture and voodoo ... OLYMPIA DE MAISMONT / AFP According to Benin's culture minister Jean-Michel Abimbola ...

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 ...

In the hands of the photographer, even the mundane transforms into timeless art. Chief Solomon Osagie Alonge found his voice and expression in photography as early as 19. Born in Benin City in ...

Benin forces have suffered heavy losses in an attack near the border with insurgency-hit Niger and Burkina Faso, authorities have said. Colonel Faizou Gomina, the national guard's chief of staff ...

allowing locals and visitors alike to experience the city’s culture on a grand stage. “We knew from the start that we wanted this year’s theme art to capture the essence of New Orleans ...