I grew up in Malawi with Sunday school teachers who treated anything linked to “voodoo” as danger in capital letters.

OUIDAH, Benin (AP) — As children dance with great speed and energy in colorful robes, guided by the drumbeats and chants from dance troupes, the gods and spirits that are evident all around the arena ...

PORTO NOVO, Benin (AP) — A traditional mask festival in Porto Novo, Benin, showcases the country’s unique face masks and full-body costumes, that are tied to ancient customs and traditions. As snow ...

The Voodoo festival has become a real tourist magnet, attracting visitors from the continent and beyond every year.

Ciara returned to Benin for Vodun Days months after becoming a citizen, as the festival continues to position Ouidah as a key ...

The Oba of Benin, Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo, Oba Ewuare II, has begun the annual Igue festival with Ugierhoba traditional rites at his palace in Benin. The palace’s protocol was yesterday ...

Benin’s mecca of spirits and gods draws tourists and followers with famed Voodoo festival OUIDAH, Benin (AP) — The festival gained popularity over the years from within and outside Africa, organizers ...

PORTO NOVO, Benin (AP) — A traditional mask festival in Porto Novo, Benin, showcases the country’s unique face masks and full-body costumes, that are tied to ancient customs and traditions. Once ...