China transforms historic African slave port into tourism complex
The Beninese government has contracted Chinese state-owned firms to build La Marina, a large waterfront complex at the site of a historic slave port in Ouidah, Benin. The project aims to transform the area into a tourism magnet, repurposing a location central to the transatlantic slave trade. The development includes commercial and leisure facilities, reflecting China's growing infrastructure investments in Africa.
Key facts
- China is transforming a historic African slave port into a tourist attraction.
- The Beninese government contracted Chinese state-owned firms for the project.
- The complex is called La Marina.
- It is located at the main slave port in Ouidah, Benin.
- The project aims to boost tourism.
- It is part of China's infrastructure investments in Africa.
- The development includes a waterfront complex.
- The port was historically used for the slave trade.
Entities
Institutions
- Beninese government
- Chinese state-owned firms
Locations
- Ouidah
- Benin
- Africa
- China