Benin: Abomey-Calavi adopts 11.7 billion CFA franc budget, loan authorized for infrastructure

Author: Gildas AmoussouPublished on: November 8, 2026Country: Benin

PoliticsBusiness & Economy

Benin: Abomey-Calavi adopts 11.7 billion CFA franc budget, loan authorized for infrastructure

On November 6, 2026, Abomey-Calavi’s municipal councillors unanimously adopted the 2027 preliminary budget and annual investment plan. The budget totals 11,714,035,559 CFA francs, up 8.30% from 2026. Priorities include building and renovating schools, improving roads and sanitation, and modernizing municipal services. The council authorized a loan agreement with UBA and granted the municipal treasury clearance for operations related to asphalt works.

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