Benin Moved to Multiparty Democracy in 1990
A national conference that year ended one-party Marxist rule, and Benin became one of the first African countries to hold multiparty elections.
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Porto-Novo Is Benin's Capital While Cotonou Is Its Largest City
Government institutions are split between the two, and Cotonou remains the main economic center.
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Vodun Originated in the Region That Is Now Benin
The religion is practiced by millions and is officially recognized in Benin, which celebrates a national Vodun Day each January 10.
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Benin Gained Independence From France in 1960
Then called Dahomey, the country became independent on August 1, 1960.
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Benin Was Called Dahomey Until 1975
The country took the name Benin under its Marxist government, after the Bight of Benin, though the name has no link to the ancient Benin Kingdom.