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 A vendor sells fuel, known locally as 'Kpayo', at the side of the road
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Benin

Benin is a presidential republic in West Africa with a population of over 14 million, around 65% of which is under the age of 25. Benin borders Burkina Faso, Niger, Nigeria and Togo.