African Cities Timeline
Discover the rich history and development of African cities from ancient settlements to modern metropolises
Malanville
Benin Alibori
Location
11.87, 3.38Border city with Niger, center of cross-border trade.
Economic Role
Border trading post, cross-border commerce, agricultural center.
Natitingou
Benin Atacora
Location
10.30, 1.38Major city in northwestern Benin, center of local culture and tourism.
Economic Role
Tourism, agricultural center, regional trade, local commerce.
Nikki
Benin Borgou
Location
9.93, 3.20Small city in northern Benin, center of Bariba culture and traditions.
Economic Role
Agricultural center, traditional crafts, local markets, regional commerce.
Pobé
Benin Plateau
Location
6.98, 2.67Small city in southeastern Benin, center of local community.
Economic Role
Agricultural center, local markets, regional commerce.
Sakété
Benin Plateau
Location
6.73, 2.67Small city in southeastern Benin, center of local community and agriculture.
Economic Role
Agricultural center, local markets, regional commerce.
Savé
Benin Collines
Location
8.03, 2.48Small city in central Benin, center of local community and agriculture.
Economic Role
Agricultural center, local markets, regional commerce.
Tanguiéta
Benin Atacora
Location
10.62, 1.27Small city in northwestern Benin, center of local community and tourism.
Economic Role
Tourism, agricultural center, local markets, regional commerce.
Tchaourou
Benin Borgou
Location
8.88, 2.60Small city in central Benin, center of local community and agriculture.
Economic Role
Agricultural center, local markets, regional commerce.
Adjarra
Benin Ouémé
Location
6.52, 2.58Suburb of Porto-Novo, center of local community and agriculture.
Economic Role
Agricultural center, local markets, suburban development.
Akpro-Missérété
Benin Ouémé
Location
6.45, 2.55Suburb of Porto-Novo, center of urban development and commerce.
Economic Role
Residential area, commercial services, suburban development.
Sèmè-Podji
Benin Ouémé
Location
6.37, 2.62Suburb of Porto-Novo, center of urban development and commerce.
Economic Role
Residential area, commercial services, suburban development.