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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.
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.
Opened on November 11, 2013, in the Villa Ajavon behind the basilica, the Fondation Zinsou museum shows contemporary African art in Ouidah, free of charge. The story of the foundation, the villa and the collection.
Ouidah's Slave Route memorial represents a convergence of memories, revealing the complexities of slavery's legacy. This exploration unveils its multifaceted significance.
The fight for the return of cultural objects from Africa raises essential questions about identity and collective memory. Ouidah, a symbol of this resilience, is at the center of this debate.
Far from being mere attractions, the memory sites in Ouidah are witnesses to a poignant history, where vodun and memory intertwine.
The amulets of the Amazons of Ouidah transcend their status as museum artifacts. They testify to a struggle for restitution and an identity renaissance.