What is the culture and customs of Benin in the African Society?

The Republic of Benin is a democratic West African nation
with a tiny coastline along its southern border. Agriculture is the primary source of
income for its nine million citizens, with cotton production being the leading single
exported product. Roman Catholics make up the nation's largest religious group, followed
by Muslims, Vodun and Protestants. French is the official language, with Fon and Yoruba
also spoken. Benin was formerly a part of Dahomey before gaining its independence in
1960. The country features a strong music scene that includes native folk, French
cabaret, American rock and R&B, and influences from Ghana and The Congo.
Although education is free, the literacy rate is less than 40%. Health care has improved
greatly since the 1980s, when it had one of the world's highest children's death
rates.