Office

Minister of Education (higher education), Benin

Title: Ministre de l'Enseignement Supérieur et de la Recherche Scientifique, en charge de la Formation Technique

Current holder

Sèdami MEDEGAN FAGLA

Frequently asked questions

Who is the Minister of Education (higher education) of Benin?

Sèdami MEDEGAN FAGLA is the Minister of Education (higher education) of Benin.

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Sources: Gouvernement du Bénin, membres du Gouvernement (retrieved 23 Oct 2026).

Benin in numbers

Population (2025): 14.8 million; 28th largest of 53 in Africa
GDP per person (2025): 1,661 US$; 28th highest of 53 in Africa
Inflation (2025): 1.1%; 42nd highest of 52 in Africa
Unemployment (2025): 1.6%; 49th highest of 53 in Africa
Government debt, % of GDP (2025): 59.3%; 23rd highest of 53 in Africa
Life expectancy (2024): 61 years; 46th highest of 54 in Africa
Adult literacy (2022): 51.4%; 42nd highest of 52 in Africa
Political stability (2025): 59; 18th most stable of 54 in Africa

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PollsAfrica (2026). Minister of Education (higher education), Benin. Retrieved 26 Oct 2026 from https://pollsafrica.com/countries/benin/minister-of-education-higher