AFRICA'S PULSE | APR 18, 2018
A new analysis of African economies shows the region’s growth is projected to reach 3.1% in 2018, and average 3.6% in 2019–20.
PROTECTING NATURAL RESOURCES | MAR 13, 2018
An agricultural show held in the heart of Cotonou shows the positive impact of alternative income-generating activities.
CROSS-BORDER COOPERATION | FEB 5, 2018
Cooperation on water resources can minimize the risk of conflict, and set the stage for development benefits.
Project
Community Driven Development Improves Basic Services
Community-led projects rehabilitated schools for 81,000 students and improved access to water and sanitation services for 10,000 people.
Research
View All Research Arrow
News & Events
In Depth
Oct 11, 2017
Africa's Pulse, No. 16, October 2017
Africa needs to improve the quality of its education and teach basic skills to adults, too, says Africa’s Pulse.
Oct 30, 2017
Monitoring Progress in Policy
IDA, the World Bank’s fund for the poorest, contributes nearly 50% of its funds to 39 African countries.
Oct 30, 2017
International Development Association (IDA) in Africa
IDA, the World Bank’s fund for the poorest, contributes nearly 50% of its funds to 39 African countries.
Oct 30, 2017
World Bank Africa Multimedia
Watch, listen and click through the latest videos, podcasts and slideshows highlighting the World Bank’s work in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Doing Business in Benin
The Doing Business report provides objective measures of business regulations and their enforcement. See where your country ranks.
Additional Resources
Country Office Contacts
Main Office Contact
Banque MondialeB.P. 03-2112
Cotonou, Bénin
+229-21-30-5857
For general information and inquiries
Sylvie NenoneneSenior Communications Officer
+229-21-30-5857
snenonene@worldbank.org