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Feb.
Welcoming of delegations
Registration, handing out of badges and protocol reception
General Assembly / Convent
GLUB 2027
- Cotonou, Benin
The GLUB welcomes Brothers and Sisters of masonic obediences from around the world for six days of proceedings, exchanges and fraternal gatherings.
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Universal fraternity
United by fraternity and philosophy
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Exchanges & lectures
Around values, tradition and progress
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Statutory proceedings
Assemblies, committees and resolutions
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Fraternal gatherings
Sharing, friendship and solidarity
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Discovering Benin
Culture, history and hospitality
A word from the Organising Committee
Six days of proceedings in Cotonou
The United Grand Lodge of Benin (GLUB) has the honour of welcoming to Cotonou the Brothers and Sisters, as well as the delegations of masonic obediences from around the world, on the occasion of its General Assembly / Convent 2027.
This international gathering will be devoted to the proceedings of the Obedience, to fraternal exchanges, to philosophical reflection and to meetings between delegations.
Registration for the Convent is free. Registering online allows the Organising Committee to prepare your reception, your access badge and, for those who need one, the invitation letter procedure.
Programme
Six days, from 22 to 27 February
The final schedule will be published by the Organising Committee. The main stages are already settled.
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23 Feb.
Opening ceremony
Addresses and opening of the proceedings
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24 Feb.
Statutory proceedings
Sessions, lectures and round tables
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25 Feb.
Proceedings & fraternal gatherings
Lectures, sharing and cultural activities
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26 Feb.
Ceremonies and cultural activities
Visits and fraternal dinner
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27 Feb.
Closing session
Resolutions, closing ceremony and departure of delegations
Venue
La Maison des Associations de Cotonou : the exact address, access maps and security instructions will be sent to validated participants before their arrival.
The Obedience
The GLUB, a brotherhood open to every mind seeking light and searching for that which is lost
Whether you are drawn to the Scottish tradition, to spirituality, or simply in search of knowledge, our obedience will welcome you and accompany you on your path. We believe in the strength of union and in the capacity of each person to contribute positively to society.
Scottish tradition
The study of the High Degrees and the preservation of ancient rituals, in rigour and fraternity.
Spirituality
A symbolic path inspired by the hermetic traditions, for those who seek beyond appearances.
Search for knowledge
Intellectual development and openness to the world, for every enquiring mind.
A word from the Grand Master
GLUB-Benin, philosophical association
Philosophical association registered under number 2024/0456/MISP/DC/SGM/DAIC/ACC/SA.
To the Glory of the Great Architect of the Universe,
Within the universality of Freemasonry, the philosophical association GLUB-BENIN, registered under number 2024/0456/MISP/DC/SGM/DAIC/ACC/SA, which I lead in my capacity as Grand Master, plays its part in full.
Our presence online and on digital platforms is anything but propaganda: quite evidently, Freemasonry is not secret but discreet, owing to the humility of masons and to their founding principles.
Accordingly, our local obedience places itself in a perspective of closeness, so as to open itself to all those who aspire to become masons for one reason or another, and above all to foster partnerships with other obediences, so that the work and the impact of masons in the development of nations may be further strengthened and sustained.
In search of that which is lost, let us work together and widen our fields of action for the benefit of the most vulnerable. Should you one day want for bread, remember that we are Brothers.
The Grand Master
United Grand Lodge of Benin
Our lodges
Three paths, one same search
Each lodge of the Obedience works according to its own rite and sensibility.
Scottish Rite
AGNIDOHOUEDO
Guardian of the Scottish tradition, our lodge is devoted to the in-depth study of the High Degrees and to the preservation of ancient rituals. It is a path of rigour and fraternity.
Rite of Memphis-Misraïm
KANLINGAN
Enter the heart of the ancient mysteries with the Rite of Memphis-Misraïm. Our lodge explores a singular spiritual and symbolic path, inspired by the hermetic and Egyptian traditions.
Knowledge and sharing
LUMIÈRE
As its name suggests, the LUMIÈRE lodge is a home of knowledge and sharing. We focus on intellectual development and openness to the profane world.
The GLUB-GLET: a worldwide masonic network in action
By taking its place within a worldwide masonic network, the GLUB plays an active part in spreading the ideals of Freemasonry. Our members are connected to a vast network of people who share the same values, strengthening bonds across borders.
Preparing your visit
Everything you need to know before you leave
Six sections gather the practical information compiled by the Organising Committee for international delegations.
Getting to Cotonou
Practical information, flights, entry formalities and transport.
Find out moreAccommodation
Partner hotels at negotiated rates for participants.
Find out moreTransport
Airport transfers, shuttles and travel during the event.
Find out moreVisa & invitation
Request your invitation letter to accompany your visa application.
Find out moreFAQ
Answers to the questions participants ask most often.
Find out moreContacts
A team at your service before, during and after the event.
Find out moreAlready registered
- 37 Countries
- 428 Participants
- 28 Obediences represented
Join us
Free registration
The Organising Committee
The people preparing the Convent
The Grand Master presides over the Obedience. The Committee runs the General Assembly and answers delegations, from registration through to welcoming you in Cotonou.
Grand Master
Grande Loge Unie du Bénin
Chair
Germain Appolinaire DOHOU
Secretary General
Anicet TIDJO
General Organiser
Honoré AFFOVEDE
Treasurer General
Rodrigue GLITO
Supervisor
Camille BANDEIRA
A question about your visit: write to the Committee at contact@glubenin.org or call +229 01 48 31 11 11.
Our partners
The obediences and jurisdictions standing with us
Convent 2027 is being prepared with the support of friendly jurisdictions, in Africa and beyond.
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SCEF
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GRYA
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GLORIAC
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SOGLIA
Beware of fraud
- Registration for Convent GLUB 2027 is entirely free of charge.
- The GLUB mandates no intermediary. Do not pay any sum to anyone.
- Official registrations and correspondence come only from contact@glubenin.org.
- No invitation letter guarantees the granting of a visa , find out more.
In participants' words
They have taken part in the GLUB's proceedings
The Committee's welcome was remarkably well organised. My badge was waiting for me at registration, and the invitation letter arrived well before my consular appointment.
Brother M. Diallo
Delegation of Senegal
What strikes you is the quality of the exchanges between obediences. Six intense days, yet perfectly organised, and a Beninese hospitality that never falters.
Sister S. Béchir
Delegation of France
The online form took me eight minutes, and I followed every stage of the validation from my personal area. That is exactly what one expects from an international organisation.
Brother J. Thompson
Delegation of Ghana
Announcements
News from the Committee
Registration for Convent 2027 is now open
The Organising Committee opens free registration for the GLUB 2027 Convent and sets out the timetable for validating files.
Three hotel agreements signed in Cotonou
Negotiated rates are now available to delegations, in the immediate vicinity of the venue.
Invitation letter: the procedure is clarified
The Committee sets out the documents expected and the time needed to process invitation letter requests.
Convent GLUB 2027 : Cotonou
Your place awaits you in Cotonou
From 22 to 27 February 2027, the United Grand Lodge of Benin welcomes Brothers and Sisters and the delegations of masonic obediences from around the world to Cotonou, Benin. Online registration is free and allows the Organising Committee to prepare your reception, your access badge and, for participants who need one, the invitation letter intended to accompany their visa application.