The image depicts a nighttime street scene in Cotonou, Benin, illuminated by artificial light sources

The image depicts a nighttime street scene in Cotonou, Benin, illuminated by artificial light sources. In the immediate foreground on the right, a parked motorcycle is visible. Standing next to it, a man in a light teal t-shirt and dark trousers is partially visible, facing left. To his right and slightly behind, another man in a dark grey t-shirt is crouched near a second, lighter-colored scooter-style motorcycle. The midground features a paved roadway with several vehicles in motion, indicated by distinct motion blur and streaks of light from headlights and taillights, suggesting ongoing traffic. On the left side of the road, a series of brightly lit, open-front structures with corrugated roofs house various businesses, likely food stalls or small shops, where several individuals are seated at tables and interacting. A yellow and white striped banner is present near these establishments. A tall streetlight with a bright LED fixture stands prominently on the left, casting significant illumination. In the background, a multi-story building with architectural details is partially visible, along with additional streetlights and fainter lights receding into the dark night sky. The overall environment is an active urban street at night, bustling with people and traffic.