Day 10
Benin
Coastal erosion is impacting the whole of West Africa. Homes and businesses along Benin’s Atlantic coast are losing their battle against the sea, with experts saying the country loses approximately thirty meters of its coastline annually to the ocean. The government has spent millions of dollars protecting coastal communities from sea erosion. Still, climate change and rising sea levels have exacerbated the vulnerability of the coastal region. The government has built thirteen structures along beaches, particularly east of the country’s largest city, Cotonou, to slow ocean erosion. Water levels are rising due to climate change, severe weather phenomena, and the increased high waves washing over the coasts. Pray that Beninese call on the God of the creation to escape natural disasters (The Bible, Luke 4:8).
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Patrice Guillaume Athanase Talon is a Beninese politician and businessman who has been President of Benin since 6 April 2016. An economist and investment banker turned politician, Lionel Zinsou was appointed Prime Minister of Benin in June 2015. Benin is best known for its peaceful democracy, one of the most stable in Africa. However, corruption remains a significant issue. The country, once hosting main ports crucial in the slave trade, still negotiates shady deals. Poverty increases each year. The nation’s annual Voodoo Day brings thousands of participants to the country’s celebration. Voodoo, a religion approved by the government, has more than 60% devotees and contributes to significant spiritual bondages over the nation, its people, and the Church. The country allows for freedom to practice and propagates any religion.
