Benin reinforces, once again, its financing strategy in the regional market. On Tuesday, December 16, 2025, the public treasury successfully mobilized 100 billion FCFA from market investors financial institution of UEMOA, following an auction of comparable bonds from the Treasury (OAT) with maturities of 4 years, 6 years and 10

Initially, the Beninese Public Treasury aimed at raising 100 billion CFA francs. The operation did, however, elicit a notable interest. The total amount of bids reached 117.832 billion of FCFA, translating to a coverage rate of 117.83%. Investors have thus demonstrated sustained confidence, despite a regional financial context marked by caution.

In detail, the State only retained 100 billion FCFA, rejecting 17.832 billion FCFA. This choice increases the rate absorption to 84.87%. Note that 10-year bonds did not register no submissions, while those of 6 years were finally not accepted by the sender.

The selected investors will benefit from a weighted average return of 6.44%, a level considered attractive on the regional market. Interest will be paid annually, based on at a nominal rate of 5.90%, in accordance with the conditions of the issue.

With regard to reimbursement, the Treasury Public plans to honor the principal on the first business day following the due date set for March 21, 2030. This operation is also part of the continuity of the active public debt management policy in Benin, focused on the diversification of maturities and the mobilization of internal resources.

Through this successful campaign, Benin confirms, once again, its smooth access to the UEMOA financial market and its ability to attract regional investors on a sustainable basis.