Staff movement and duty of careGuarded
Foreign governments advise normal to increased caution.
Country risk assessment ยท Africa
Benin political and security risk assessment
Benin carries a guarded level of political and security risk for business. It scores 27 out of 100 on the Zed Three World Threat Map (band 2 of 5), up 1 on last week and broadly stable over the last 12 weeks. Last updated Nov 2, 2026.
27of 100
Guarded
Band 2 of 5
▲ Up 1 on last week
Africa
Benin
What is the political and security risk in Benin right now?
Benin carries a guarded level of political and security risk for business. It scores 27 out of 100 on the Zed Three World Threat Map (band 2 of 5), up 1 on last week and broadly stable over the last 12 weeks.
Week on week the picture is little changed. The main standing risks are foreign government warnings.
On the economic side, real GDP grew 8.1% in 2025 with inflation at 1.1%.
What are the main risks of operating in Benin?
Armed conflict and political violenceGuarded
Armed violence is occasional and mostly localized.
Protest and civil unrestGuarded
Protests occur but rarely disrupt operations.
What has changed recently in Benin?
Benin moved up 1 this week and rose 3 points over the last 12 weeks, from 24 to 27.
What happens next? Outlook for the next 1 to 3 months
We assess there is a realistic possibility that Benin stays in the Guarded band through the end of December. It sits 3 points from the Low band.
40 to 55%
0%50%100%
Likelihood ranges are editorial judgments, not advice.
What does it mean for shipping, supply chains and operations?
Food makes up 40% of goods exports (2024 data), so harvest, port and road disruption matter for buyers.
Trade equals 37% of GDP (2025 data). Supply chain exposure is mainly to regional and global shocks rather than local events.
Operating conditions are generally normal, with localized risks to plan around.
Key facts
GDPUS$24.6 billionLatest data, 2025
Real GDP growth8.1%Latest data, 2025
Inflation1.1%Latest data, 2025
Trade37% of GDPLatest data, 2025
Food exports40% of goods exportsLatest data, 2024
Population14.8 millionLatest data, 2025
How has the Benin threat score moved?
Frequently asked questions
What is the political and security risk in Benin for business?
Benin carries a guarded level of political and security risk for business. It scores 27 out of 100 on the Zed Three World Threat Map (band 2 of 5), up 1 on last week and broadly stable over the last 12 weeks.
What are the main geopolitical risks of operating in Benin?
The main risk drivers are staff movement and duty of care (guarded); armed conflict and political violence (guarded); protest and civil unrest (guarded). Foreign governments advise normal to increased caution.
What is the outlook for Benin?
We assess there is a realistic possibility (40 to 55%) that Benin stays in the Guarded band through the end of December. It sits 3 points from the Low band.
How often is the Benin risk assessment updated?
The Benin threat score is updated weekly on the Zed Three World Threat Map, and this assessment is reviewed monthly. It was last updated Nov 2, 2026.
Related country assessments
Published by Zed Three, a private, independent risk intelligence company. Assessment last updated Nov 2, 2026. Threat score updated weekly, last on Nov 2, 2026. General analysis for informational purposes, not security, legal or investment advice.
Custom reports
Need a deeper read on Benin?
Zed Three builds custom threat and risk reports around your people, suppliers and routes.
Free weekday briefing
Get Chokepoint free
The five stories that move markets, supply chains and deals, each with the so what worked out. Five minutes, every weekday morning.