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Benin

West Africa
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US Entry Status

Benin is subject to a partial suspension affecting immigrant visas and specific nonimmigrant categories including B-1, B-2, F, M, and J visas.

US visa status last updated: Nov 9, 2026

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Players in Database
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FIBA World Ranking
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In Our Database

  • 38 players from Benin are currently tracked in the Diaspora Drop database
  • IDI Rating: [subscription required], development, and international competitiveness of basketball in Benin
  • Benin represents a developing pipeline on the platform, with room for broader scout coverage as the domestic league matures

About Benin

  • Located in West Africa, situated along the Gulf of Guinea coast
  • Capital city: Porto-Novo; national population approximately 14 million
  • Gained independence in 1960
  • Official languages: French, Fon, Yoruba, and Bariba
  • Dominant religions: Christianity, Islam, and Vodun
  • Median household income estimated at $125–$150, reflecting a developing economic environment

Basketball in Benin

  • FIBA World Ranking: Unranked
  • AfroBasket appearances: 1; best recorded finish: 9th place; no titles won
  • FIBA World Cup appearances: 0
  • Olympic appearances: 0
  • Current NBA players: 2
  • All-time NBA players: 3
  • Domestic league is active but currently undergoing structural reform

Notable Players

  • Joan Beringer — notable Beninese basketball figure
  • Rui Hachimura — internationally recognized NBA player associated with Benin
  • Tounde Yessoufou — notable Beninese player in the scouting ecosystem

Scouting Notes

  • Iam Mahinmi, a prominent figure in professional basketball, is actively investing in BAL development and grassroots basketball infrastructure in Benin
  • Benin has participated in Road to BAL qualifying competition, though the program has yet to advance to the BAL group stage

Players from Benin

40 players

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