Tag Archives: cotonou

scenes from the pentagon

by Alex Posted on May 14, 2010

Notes from a day at the Pentagon. Continue reading →

Posted in FSI, Other USG Agencies, Public Diplomacy | Tagged cotonou, defense, DOD, hot dog, pentagon | 1 Comment

You probably read today about the Afriqiyah flight crashing in Libya. Really sad stuff. Afriqiyah also happens to operate about 25% of the flights coming in and out of Cotonou. It seems like these smaller, regional airlines suffer a disproportionate … Continue reading →

Posted in Benin, FS Life, Transportation | Tagged afriqiyah, airlines, Benin, cotonou, flight, libya | 3 Comments

where in the world is benin?

by Alex Posted on April 25, 2010

See the red circle around Cotonou, Benin’s capital. More fun facts: Though Benin looks like a tiny sliver of a country, it’s actually about the size of Pennsylvania. Benin is one of the most politically stable countries in Africa. The … Continue reading →

Posted in Benin, FS Life | Tagged Abbey, africa, beach, Benin, cotonou, Monkey | 2 Comments

flag day!

by Alex Posted on April 24, 2010

After a year of testing, months of security clearances, lots of waiting and a few weeks of A-100, the day we’ve been long anticipating finally arrived: Flag Day. In case you somehow managed to avoid my incessant talking (and worrying) … Continue reading →

Posted in A-100 | Tagged africa, Benin, bid list, cotonou, flag day | 13 Comments

benin!

by Alex Posted on April 23, 2010

I’ll be learning French for a Public Diplomacy job in Cotonou, Benin! It was our top choice, so we’re thrilled! More details to come…

Posted in A-100, FS Life, Welcome | Tagged assignment, Benin, cotonou, flag day | 7 Comments

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