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On August 23, 2026, the commemoration of the transatlantic slave trade in Ouidah went beyond symbolism with strong legal acts: the granting of Beninese nationality and the memorial march towards the Door of Return.
Team Origins · 2026-09-04 · 4 min
The history of Vodun in Benin and Candomblé in Brazil is not frozen in time. Discover how artist Azeemã documents these shared memories through her project Xwétanu.
2026-09-04
In Ouidah, where the Atlantic meets history, the Gangbé Brass Band's sixth album becomes an exploration of identity and legacy through music.
2026-06-06
In Ouidah, Mami Wata, the goddess of the waters, shapes spirituality and history. Explore her sanctuaries and the depth of her worship within the diaspora.
2026-06-01
In 2026, 740,668 people in Ouidah. In 2027, the festival stretches over 8 days (January 2-9), the MIME opens, and a decade-long plan reaches completion. What you need to know before you book.
2026-05-22Being invited to a vodun ceremony is an honor. Your behavior can influence the perception of future visitors. Discover the essential rules of vodun ceremony etiquette — from offerings to silence.
2026-05-22
From the 26 royal treasures to the MIME, Patrice Talon transformed Ouidah. A deep, personal witness account from inside the Effet Graff dinner to the beaches of Djègbadji.
2026-05-22
On May 22, 2026, Claudy Siar transformed the Door of No Return into a Door of Return, connecting his heritage to the Zossoungbo lineage in a moving ceremony.
2026-05-22
The Beninese government, supported by Chinese funding, is transforming the surroundings of the Door of No Return into a massive tourist and memorial complex. What does this truly mean for the diaspora and the people of Ouidah?
2026-05-15