BeninTravel Benin's Africa Tourism Awards bids: traveller votes worth 20%, open until 29 October
Benin is nominated in four categories at the 2026 Africa Tourism Awards, including Country Destination of the Year. Public voting runs until 29 October and counts for 20 percent of the final score, with winners announced in London on 1 November.
Benin has been shortlisted in four categories at the 2026 Africa Tourism Awards, a line-up that highlights the West African country's cultural heritage and its appeal as a destination. The winners are due to be announced in London on 1 November.
Key facts
- Benin is nominated in four categories at the 2026 Africa Tourism Awards
- Public voting is open until 29 October
- The public vote accounts for 20 percent of the final score
- Winners are expected to be announced in London on 1 November
Which categories is Benin nominated in?
Benin is in the running for Country Destination of the Year and Cultural Destination of the Year. Benin Tourism is nominated for Tourism Board of the Year, while the promotional film Explore Benin, A World of Wonders is shortlisted for Tourism Video of the Year.
How is the winner decided?
Public voting is open until 29 October and makes up 20 percent of the final score. The remainder comes from assessments by judges and the Balearica Awards College.
When are the winners announced?
The awards are expected to be announced in London on 1 November. The source does not give a venue or a time for the ceremony.
What this means for travellers
The nominations put Benin in the spotlight as a cultural tourism destination, and the country is looking to strengthen its profile as an international tourism destination. Travellers interested in Benin can take part in the public vote until 29 October.
Winners are expected to be announced on 1 November. No further details about the ceremony or the voting process have been given.
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