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The West African nation of Benin has experienced one of the most stable democracies in all of Africa. Despite this and recent economic growth, Benin remains one of the poorest nations in Africa and the world. The Hunger Project has been working in Benin since 1997 and is currently empowering partners in 15 epicenter communities to end their own hunger and poverty.

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Organic Farming Techniques Sustain Crops

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Clémentine Sèbio, a partner with THP-Benin, shares her story of agricultural success.

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April 13, 2012
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Access to Health Clinic Changes Life of Mother and Future Children

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Rachelle Mahouchi is from the village of Kpèkpèhoué in Benin. Rachelle delivered her fifth child at home, having had previous deliveries under the same conditions with no apparent problems. The fifth delivery, however, was a birthing experience so difficult that she almost lost her life. Because of this, she decided to have her sixth child at a THP-Benin health clinic. Hear her story.

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December 28, 2011
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Program Innovations from THP-Benin in 2011

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During 2011, The Hunger Project-Benin strengthened its Youth Mobilization Initiatives, developed inivative agricultural programs such as Moringa ++, and expanded partnership and advocacy efforts. Read the full report.

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December 20, 2011
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