India, June 4 -- Life expectancy in Benin has increased significantly over the past six decades, with women consistently living longer than men, according to historical data spanning 1960 to 2023. Steady Gains Since 1960 The data shows female life expectancy in Benin rose from 40.7 years in 1960 to 62.2 years in 2023. Male life expectancy also improved markedly during the same period, increasing from 36.8 years to 59.3 years. Women Maintain Longevity Advantage Women recorded higher life expectancy than men throughout the period covered by the dataset. In 1960, the gap stood at nearly 3.9 years, while in 2023 women were expected to live about 2.9 years longer than men. Recent Trends Show Continued Improvement Despite minor fluctuations in so...