Issued by the République du Dahomey in 1969, this 30 Franc commemorative stamp celebrates the 5th anniversary (1964–1969) of the African Development Bank (Banque Africaine de Développement). The design, by Shamir, features a symbolic cornucopia spilling coins—representing prosperity and economic growth—below a map of Africa enclosed in the bank’s emblem. The vivid green background evokes renewal and progress across the continent, marking Dahomey’s active role in post-colonial African cooperation and financial development.