Benin: Here are the areas that will be without electricity on September 17

Author: Gildas AmoussouPublished on: September 16, 2026Country: Benin

Business & Economy

Benin: Here are the areas that will be without electricity on September 17

Five areas in Grand-Nokoué and five localities in northern Benin will experience power outages on September 17, 2026, from 10 AM to 3 PM due to maintenance work. In Abomey-Calavi, neighborhoods such as Atrokpocodji and Gbodjè will be affected, along with sectors in Lokossa, Cotonou, Ouidah, and Porto-Novo. Additional outages will occur in Pobè and Djougou from 11 AM to 3 PM, and in Cotonou-East from 11 AM to 2 PM. The Beninese Electricity Company (SBEE) apologizes to affected subscribers.

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