Benin

Benin is a narrow West African state stretching inland from the Gulf of Guinea, formerly the French colony of Dahomey before independence in 1960. The region was home to the powerful pre-colonial Kingdom of Dahomey. Its administrative capital is Porto-Novo, while Cotonou is the largest city and seat of government.

• Existed: 1960 CE – present
• Type: Country
• Government: Presidential republic
• Capital: Porto-Novo