Choropleth maps

Mapping mentions in Beninese and Togolese newspapers

These maps visualise the geographical focus of newspaper articles on Islam and Muslims in different regions of Benin and Togo. The values in "Spatial Coverage" were aggregated and mapped onto this geographic representation.

  • The colour intensity on the map corresponds to the frequency of mentions:
    • Darker areas indicate a higher concentration of mentions
    • Lighter areas indicate fewer mentions
  • This visualisation allows us to easily identify which regions receive more attention in discussions about Islam and Muslims.

These maps highlight areas of particular interest or importance in discussions about Islam and Muslims, and may reflect:

  • Centres of Islamic activity or influence
  • Areas of religious importance
  • Regions with notable events or developments related to Islam

Benin

Togo