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3D aerial view of the future musuem of Abomey, in Benin

Colonial crimes: Benin prepares for the return of its cultural heritage

Five years after its official request for the restitution of its cultural heritage to France, Benin is getting closer to its goal. The return of 26 works looted during the colonial era has been set for 30 October. All the infrastructures to receive them are not yet ready, but the country is getting prepared. Our […]

By Rachida Houssou (correspondence from Benin)

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