Beninese Government: 5 Firms Approved Under Bénin Code des Investissements Agréments

• Five companies received approval for incentives under Benin's Investment Code by the Council of Ministers on November 4, 2026.
• Three companies, including FLUDOR-BENIN SA, ATC INDUSTRIE DU BOIS SA, and BENIN EXTRACTIONS SARL, were approved under the "régime des investissements spécifiques" for diverse industrial projects.
• Two companies, SELLIG GROUP SARL and LELEADER RIHUA INDUSTRIES SARL, received approval under "régime A" for manufacturing medical gas and household products, respectively.
• These approved projects span various industrial sectors and are located in several municipalities across Benin, including Zogbodomey, Allada, Cotonou, Dassa-Zoumé, Savè, and Sèmè-Podji.
• The government aims to support investments, consolidate the national industrial and economic fabric, and promote decent job creation through these approvals.

The government's endorsement of these projects through the Bénin Code des investissements agréments reflects a clear strategic intent to bolster the national economy.

The Beninese government recently granted approvals to five distinct companies, allowing them to benefit from the incentive measures outlined in the Bénin Code des investissements agréments. This significant decision was formally adopted by the Council of Ministers on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, marking a proactive step in fostering industrial growth within the nation. These enterprises are now poised to leverage the advantages provided by the country's Investment Code as they proceed with various industrial projects spread across multiple municipalities.

The move underscores the government's commitment to stimulating economic development and attracting capital into key sectors. The approvals are categorized under two primary regimes of the Investment Code, reflecting the diverse nature and scale of the proposed ventures. This strategic application of the Code des investissements Bénin avantages aims to provide tailored support, ensuring that both large-scale and more specialized industrial initiatives receive appropriate governmental backing. The selection of these five companies highlights the ongoing efforts to diversify the national industrial base and create a more robust economic environment.

Among the five companies, three were specifically approved under the "régime des investissements spécifiques," targeting particular industrial developments. FLUDOR-BENIN SA agrément, for instance, involves the establishment of a new production line in Cana, located within the Zogbodomey municipality. This facility will focus on manufacturing organic soy cakes and organic soy oil, tapping into the agricultural processing sector.

Similarly, ATC INDUSTRIE DU BOIS SA agrément outlines plans for modernizing its existing sawmill in Kpodjava, Allada municipality, alongside the construction and operation of a new showroom in Donantin, Cotonou municipality, thereby enhancing its timber industry footprint. BENIN EXTRACTIONS SARL agrément focuses on the extractive industry, with a project to open and operate ornamental stone quarries in Bètècoucou, Dassa-Zoumé municipality, and Montèwo, Savè municipality.

The remaining two companies received their approvals under "régime A," designed for other categories of industrial investment. SELLIG GROUP SARL agrément entails the installation and operation of a unit dedicated to producing both medical and industrial gases within the Sèmè-Podji industrial zone, addressing critical supply needs. Lastly, LELEADER RIHUA INDUSTRIES SARL agrément involves setting up a comprehensive unit in Kpodjava, Allada municipality, for the production and commercialization of essential household goods, including hard soap, liquid detergent, and toilet paper. These varied projects demonstrate the broad spectrum of industrial activities the government is keen to support through its incentive programs.

The government's endorsement of these projects through the Bénin Code des investissements agréments reflects a clear strategic intent to bolster the national economy. By extending these incentives, authorities aim to actively support investments across a wide array of economic sectors, thereby strengthening the country's industrial and economic framework. The overarching goal is to foster a more resilient and diversified industrial base, capable of sustained growth.

A critical objective underpinning these approvals is the promotion of decent job creation throughout Benin. The establishment and expansion of these industrial facilities are expected to generate significant employment opportunities, contributing to improved livelihoods and economic stability for many citizens. This proactive approach by the government, utilizing the Code des investissements Bénin avantages, is designed to attract further domestic and international investment, ultimately driving long-term socio-economic development.

This development highlights the active application of Benin's Investment Code, providing concrete examples of projects and sectors benefiting from incentives. Lawyers advising potential investors in Benin should review these approvals to understand the types of industrial projects currently favored and the specific regimes (e.g., "régime des investissements spécifiques", "régime A") under which benefits are being granted, informing client strategies for securing similar incentives.

Source: Original reporting via the Beninese Council of Ministers.