Benin: Starting Monday, Cotonou Tackles Garages Occupying Public Spaces

The operational phase for freeing public space in Cotonou will begin on September 21, 2026, targeting abandoned vehicles and garages occupying reserved circulation areas. The first deputy mayor, Arlette Saïzonou, stated that this operation follows a municipal announcement from April 13, 2026, which granted a 90-day compliance period. The municipality emphasizes that this is not a general eviction operation, but rather an action for urban order and cleanliness.