HIGHER EDUCATION | JANUARY 16, 2019
African Centers of Excellence are supporting essential research by training young graduates in highly sought-after fields.
IDA AT WORK IN AFRICA | DECEMBER 14, 2018
In Benin, girls are looking past gender stereotypes to seize opportunities through vocational and technical training.
HUMAN CAPITAL PROJECT
Building human capital is important because investing in health, education, and youth skills development can help end poverty.
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
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News & Events
In Depth
Apr 19, 2018
Africa's Pulse, No. 17, April 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.
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