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Monday, 27 Sep 2010 | Views [89]

While in many ways Benin is more advanced than many of its neighbours, it is still a developing country and as such medical facilities are limited and not all common medicines are available. Travellers should carry any needed supplies of prescription ... Read more >
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Monday, 27 Sep 2010 | Views [115]

Benin is again fairly benign in terms of local laws. However, like most countries the possession, use or trafficking in illegal drugs is a serious offence and can result in lengthy prison sentences and heavy fines. It is also prohibited to take pictures ... Read more >
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Monday, 27 Sep 2010 | Views [129]

While the Capital of Benin is Porto Novo, the administrative capital and its largest city is Cotonou, and as such it does have a few crime issues to be aware of. Street Crime, robberies, car-jackings and muggings do occur, particularly along the ... Read more >
Tags: africa, benin, travel-crime, travel-safety