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Dantokpa Market

Largest West African market

Benin , Cotonou 5000+

About Dantokpa Market

Dantokpa Market in Cotonou is one of the largest open-air markets in West Africa, covering 20 hectares and hosting thousands of traders. It is a major centre for textile, consumer goods, and food trade, employing and supplying millions of people from Benin and neighbouring countries.

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CountryBenin

TypeNon-profit

ModelB2C

Team Size5000+

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Benin

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