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Côte d'Ivoire
Côte d'Ivoire, officially the Republic of Côte d'Ivoire (RCI), is a state located in Africa, in the western part of the Gulf of Guinea. It roughly has the shape of a square about 600 km on each side5. With an area of 322 462 km2, it is bordered to the northwest by Mali, to the northeast by Burkina Faso, to the east by Ghana, to the southwest by Liberia, to the west-northwest by Guinea, and to the south by the Atlantic Ocean. The population is estimated at 29 389 150 inhabitants in 2021.
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VDA sells out pre-sale for its 10th anniversary in Sarcelles
The Ivorian zouglou duo VDA celebrates its tenth anniversary this Friday, September 18, at the Espace Venise in Sarcelles, where the pre-sale at 40 euros is already sold… -
Real Madrid: Kylian Mbappé comes to the aid of Yan Diomandé
Arriving this summer at Real Madrid for a record amount, Yan Diomandé is gradually beginning to showcase the qualities that convinced the Spanish club. After a quiet start,… -
Sacko Camara schedules six dates at the Apollo until December 26
Franco-Ivorian comedian Sacko Camara is set to perform at Apollo Comedy in Paris, with six shows of "Up and Down" scheduled between September 18 and December 26, 2026. -
Kajeem invites Didier Awadi to “Convocation Act 3” on October 10
Ivorian reggae artist Kajeem invites the public to join him on October 10, 2026, at the Palais de la Culture in Abidjan for "Convocation Act 3," featuring Didier… -
Kerozen encourages Ariel Sheney to aim for a concert at the Parc des Expositions
DJ Kerozen encourages Ariel Sheney to aim for a solo concert at the Parc des Expositions in Abidjan, although no date or organization has yet been confirmed. -
Ivory Coast: Six-Month Suspension of Artisanal Mining Permits
The National Security Council suspends the issuance of new artisanal and semi-industrial mining permits for six months and establishes 21 river units to combat illegal gold mining. -
Simon Adingra invited to promote Ivorian cocoa internationally
Bruno Koné has invited Ivorian international Simon Adingra to join a future pool of volunteer ambassadors tasked with promoting Ivorian cocoa abroad. -
Ivory Coast: Petrobras takes 90% stake in eight offshore oil blocks
Petrobras has signed eight production-sharing contracts with the Ivorian government and Petroci. The Brazilian group will operate each block with a 90% stake, while the national company will… -
Olivia Yacé mobilizes over 6 million FCFA for school in Abobo
The Olivia Yacé Foundation has dedicated over 6 million FCFA to the school year at the SOS Village in Abobo, including 2.5 million for the tuition of 11… -
Ivory Coast: Guéla Doué sidelined for several weeks due to calf injury
Bayer Leverkusen has announced that Guéla Doué will be sidelined for several weeks due to a right calf injury. The defender is included in the Ivorian squad for… -
Maa Bio and Kommander Samo enter the Top 15 on Deezer with “PEHISAIR”
The collaboration between Maa Bio and Kommander Samo appears at 15th place in the Deezer Côte d’Ivoire chart updated on September 17, 2026. -
Ivory Coast: a 152,000 m³ FSRU to supply power plants starting in 2027
EXMAR will lease a 152,000 m³ floating storage and regasification unit to CI-Energies and Petroci for ten years at the port of Abidjan. The first LNG imports are… -
Suspect 95 becomes MELBET ambassador in Côte d’Ivoire
The Ivorian rapper has formalized a partnership with the betting brand MELBET, which plans to use him as the face of its campaigns in Côte d'Ivoire. -
Ismaël Isaac: concert on November 7 and box set of 40 tracks
After four decades of reggae, Ismaël Isaac is transforming his jubilee into a discographic project: 40 classics compiled in a box set, an unreleased track in preparation, and… -
Himra calls on YouTube to open monetization in Côte d’Ivoire
The Ivorian rapper calls on YouTube regarding Côte d'Ivoire's absence from the Partner Program, while several African countries already have access. -
Serey Dié returns to national team as assistant coach for Ivory Coast U23s
Former captain of the Elephants and Africa Cup of Nations 2015 champion, Serey Dié joins the Ivorian U23 staff as assistant to Sébastien Bannier, marking a new phase… -
Ivory Coast: SOCAR acquires 10% stake in Baleine project
Eni has finalized the sale of a 10% stake in the Baleine oil and gas project to SOCAR. The Azerbaijani group thus enters the African upstream sector, while… -
Kadhy Touré shares five lessons learned after her social media break
After several weeks away from social media, Ivorian actress and producer Kadhy Touré shares how this break has impacted her focus, relationship with metrics, faith, and organization. -
Five years later, Didi B’s “Diyilem” ranks 7th on Deezer Côte d’Ivoire
Released in 2021, Didi B's "Diyilem" re-emerges among the most listened-to tracks in Côte d'Ivoire with a direct entry at 7th place in the latest daily Deezer ranking. -
CAN 2027 Qualifiers, Ivory Coast: Hervé Renard unveils his first squad with several new faces
Appointed as the head of the Elephants, Hervé Renard unveiled his first squad this Wednesday. The French coach has chosen to inject new blood while retaining several key… -
Himra occupies 23 spots in the Top 30 of Apple Music Côte d’Ivoire
Ivorian rapper Himra occupies 23 of the top 30 positions in the Apple Music Côte d’Ivoire chart for the week of September 16, 2026. -
Vitale addresses Claire Bahi: “I remain the queen of coupé-décalé”
In response to Claire Bahi's return, Vitale asserts her position in coupé-décalé while claiming not to see any female singer as a rival. -
Dydy Yeman’s ‘Enjaillement’ jumps 73 spots on Deezer Côte d’Ivoire
Released on September 11, Dydy Yeman's "Enjaillement" climbs 73 spots to reach 10th place on a Deezer Côte d’Ivoire report, while also holding 3rd place in the latest… -
Vitale announces intention to leave Marko Versace and denounces domestic violence
Ivorian singer Vitale expresses her intention to end her marriage with Marko Versace. In a video released on September 15, she accuses him of repeated violence and humiliation. -
Tam Sir proposes to Indira Baboke in Douala, she says yes
Ivorian beatmaker Tam Sir proposed to Cameroonian gospel singer Indira Baboke during an event in Douala. She accepted, in a scene that quickly spread on social media. -
Didi B wins Francophone Viewers Choice Award at AFRIMMA 2026
The Ivorian rapper secured the "Francophone Viewers Choice Award" at the AFRIMMA 2026 in Dallas, according to the official winners list released after the ceremony. -
Rato Mobio Venance, founding keyboardist of Bozambo, dies in France
A historical figure in Ivorian music, the pianist and composer died on September 13, 2026, in France. The Ministry of Culture announced his passing. -
Kira Djoke presents his first film shot with €10 and an iPhone
Originally from Abidjan, the 26-year-old Ivorian director presents "16 Mesures" in Toulouse on September 15, a psychological thriller shot on an iPhone with reported production costs of just… -
Mami Watta opens her first solo show “Je vous salue Mami” in Paris
Following her crowning in "Drag Race France All Stars," Mami Watta transitions to solo storytelling. The Ivorian drag queen opens her show "Je vous salue Mami" in Paris… -
Didi B’s “13 IN MTL” Ranks in YouTube’s Top 10 in Canada
Less than two days after its release, the freestyle filmed in Montreal reached the 7th spot on YouTube's trending list in Canada and continues to rank in France.