Maryse Lokossou, Caisse des Dépôts and Consignations Bénin and Létondji Beheton, Société d’Investissement and Promotion de l’Industrie (SIPI-BENIN S.A) on the Main Stage Inspire.

May 11, 2026 | 10:35 AM EAT - 10:47 AM EAT
Main Stage Inspire - AM

Summary :

Létondji Beheton and Maryse Lokossou, both professionals who returned to Benin after successful international careers, are leading the country’s strategic shift toward industrialization and economic transformation. By leveraging the Glodigbe Industrial Zone and the sovereign wealth fund CDC Benin, they are focused on processing raw commodities locally to create jobs and sustainable growth. They invite international investors to partner with them, emphasizing that Benin offers a stable, long-term environment for impactful, large-scale investment. This summary was generated by AI.

Presented by

Létondji Beheton

Société d’Investissement et de Promotion de l’Industrie (SIPI-BENIN S.A)

Managing Director

Maryse Lokossou

Managing Director

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