The Fon people, like neighboring ethnic groups in West Africa, remained an oral tradition society through the late medieval era, without ancient … See more

Some Fon people converted to Christianity or Islam under the influence of missionaries during the colonial era, in Benin and in French West Indies colonies, but many continued their traditional religious practices. While Islam arrived in the Benin area … See more

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While references and documented history about the Fon people are scant before the 17th century, there are abundant documents on them from the 17th century, particularly written by … See more

The Fon people are traditionally settled farmers, growing cassava, corn and yams as staples. The men prepare the fields, women tend and harvest the crop. Hunting and fishing are other … See more