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Benin receives four nominations for 2026 Africa Tourism Awards

Public voting closes October 29 and will contribute 20 percent of the final score. Winners are expected to be named in London on November 1.

By Sofía Marín Echeverría

Fishing boat resting on a beach in Benin
Photo: Euronews (Africanews)

Benin is competing for four honors in the 2026 Africa Tourism Awards, with nominations covering the country as a destination, its tourism board and a promotional video.

The West African nation is a contender for Country Destination of the Year and Cultural Destination of the Year. Benin Tourism is nominated for Tourism Board of the Year, while Explore Benin, A World of Wonders is up for Tourism Video of the Year.

Voting by the public runs until October 29 and represents 20 percent of the final score. Assessments from judges and the Balearica Awards College also count toward the outcome. The winners are expected to be revealed on November 1 in London.

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