English Language Student Debate Contest Finals
The American Cultural Center hosted the finals of its second annual English language debate contest for students on Wednesday, May 22, 2013, following the preliminary round in November and semi-finals in February.
Panel Discussion on Freedom of the Press
In honor of World Press Freedom Day, the American Cultural Center hosted a panel discussion featuring eight prominent guests including Max Ahouèkè, Minister of Communication and Technology, and Paula Schriefer, Deputy Assistant Secretary for the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of International Organization Affairs.
Vocal Master Class at the American Cultural Center
On May 8, the American Cultural Center hosted a free public master class focused on voice. Several dozen singers of all levels of ability and experience attended this three-hour class offered by Mrs. Leslie Terrell Hamilton, a classically trained soprano vocalist.
Clean-up Campaign at CEG Dantokpa
The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy collaborated with People To People International for a clean-up campaign at CEG Dantokpa on April 25, as part of Global Youth Service Day (GYSD).
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Message for U.S. Citizens: Temporary Closure of the Consular Section (Jan 23, 2013)
Please be advised that the Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Cotonou, Benin will be closed for all visa and other routine services the week of January 28 through February 1, 2013. The Consular Section will re-open for normal business on February 4, 2013. During this time, only emergency services will be available.
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MESSAGE FOR U.S. CITIZENS: HOLIDAY PERSONAL SECURITY REMINDER (Dec 28, 2012)
With the onset of the holiday season, the U.S. Embassy in Cotonou would like to take the opportunity to remind everyone to practice good security habits. In the past, Benin has traditionally experienced an increase in crimes of opportunity such as robberies, pick-pocketing, purse snatching, thefts from vehicles, and residential break-ins during the holiday season.
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American Cultural Center to Host Election Night Event
The American Cultural Center will host an election night event on November 6, 2012 starting at 11:30 p.m. and ending at 5:00 a.m. - one hour after west-coast polling stations close.
