In 1990, Benin abandoned Marxist ideology, began moving toward multiparty democracy, and changed its name again, to the Republic of Benin. Trending Here are the facts and trivia that people are buzzing about. Chinese New Year History, Meaning, and Celebrations Current Events This Week: February ...
Facts & Figures Republic of Benin President:Yayi Boni (2006) Prime Minister:Lionel Zinsou (2015) Land area:42,710 sq mi (110,619 sq km);total area:43,483 sq mi (112,620 sq km) Population (2014 est.):10,160,556 (growth rate: 2.81%); birth rate: 36.51/1000; infant mortality rate...
Benin's economy is dominated by the services sector comprising banking, transport, telecommunications, public administration, and other trade sectors. The country’s economic boost is also driven by the dynamism of trade with Nigeria, which averaged 48.9% of nominal GDP between 2013 and 2019. The ...
Facts & Figures Republic of Benin President:Yayi Boni (2006) Prime Minister:Lionel Zinsou (2015) Land area:42,710 sq mi (110,619 sq km);total area:43,483 sq mi (112,620 sq km) Population (2014 est.):10,160,556 (growth rate: 2.81%); birth rate: 36.51/1000; infant mortality rate...