Benin Edition

May 28, 2028

Marche Artisanal Gbe leads today's complete edition for Benin.

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Sunday, May 28, 2028

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Artisans at work crafting wooden items in an outdoor market setting, showcasing traditional craftsmanship.
Regional/Cultural Day

Marche Artisanal Gbe

The Marche Artisanal in Cotonou is where Benin's craftspeople sell brass figures, Vodun statues, applique banners from Abomey, and wooden masks carved by hand. Bargaining is expected and respected as an art form. Walk the whole market first because the best piece is never at the first stall, and the conversation with the artist is worth more than the discount.

A serene close-up of an impala in the wild, showcasing its striking features amidst a natural backdrop.
Regional/Cultural Day

Animals of Somalia Day

You see the Arabian oryx, cheetahs, and African elephants that range across Somalia's arid plains and savannas. You observe that camels, goats, and donkeys are the animals most frequently kept by pastoralist communities and in settlements. ACADA celebrates the world's pets, and helps assure better care.