Study of the Bacteriological Profile of the Drink Tchakpalo (Sugar Must) Sold In Cotonou Schools in the Republic of Benin

Abstract

The objective of this study is to identify the germs present in the drink (sweet must) sold in Cotonou schools in the Republic of Benin. One hundred (100) samples of the sweet must drink were used for this study. All samples of the sweet must drink were taken from sterile 40 ml bottles. After carrying out the various bacteriological examinations, it emerged from the tests that the germs isolated belong to the genera Staphylococcus and Klebsiella. We obtained the following percentages: 52% Staphylococcus aureus; 28 ^% Staphylococcus sp; 12 % Klebsiella pneumoniae and 8 %  Klebsiella oxytoca. It is therefore essential to raise awareness among the saleswomen on the respect of hygiene rules and standards.