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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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2025 Presidential Election in Ivory Coast: Ouattara receives envoys from ECOWAS
The Ivorian president Alassane Ouattara received a delegation from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) this Thursday, July 3, at the presidential palace in Abidjan. The… -
Molare’s car accident: passing of Tolah Elise, the pedestrian hit by the singer
In Ivory Coast, Tolah Elise, a pedestrian hit by the vehicle of artist Molare in Abidjan, passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2025. The accident, which occurred the… -
Sidiki Diabaté, the strongest among Ivorian artists? The singer offers his public apologies
On Monday, June 30, 2025, Sidiki Diabaté, a Malian star, issued a public apology to the Ivorian people in a video posted on Facebook, following a heated controversy… -
2025 Presidential Election in Côte d’Ivoire: Ousmane Camara seizes the Constitutional Council on the nationality of Alassane Ouattara
The Ivorian political climate is heating up as the 2025 presidential election approaches. The president of the New Generation Alternative (ANG) and declared candidate for this due date,… -
Ivory Coast: Théodore Holo leads a pre-election mission from ECOWAS in Abidjan
As part of its commitments to promote democracy, peace, and stability in West Africa, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has dispatched a pre-election information mission… -
Lionel PCS still in prison: Apoutchou’s mother draws the ire of internet users
Brigitte Bleu, actress and mother of Ivorian influencer Apoutchou National, has made an impassioned plea in a live TikTok video. She protested against the baseless attacks and accusations… -
Elow’n: Ivorian rapper sentenced to a one-year driving license suspension
The Ivorian rapper Elow’n, member of the group Kiff No Beat, has been sentenced to a one-year suspension of his driving license, including a three-month firm suspension, after… -
Club World Cup: Drogba savors Chelsea’s coronation
Chelsea legend, Didier Drogba, has reacted to the Blues’ Club World Cup final victory on Sunday against Paris Saint-Germain. Unexpectedly reaching this stage, Chelsea nonetheless walks away with… -
Is Alassane Ouattara a candidate or not? 3 reasons behind his silence
Four months away from the presidential election in Ivory Coast, the suspense remains intense around Alassane Ouattara’s candidacy. Despite his supporters’ expectations, the Ivorian head of state maintains… -
Ivory Coast: Molaré seriously injured in a road accident in Abidjan
The iconic figure of coupé-décalé, Ivorian artist Molaré, was involved in a serious traffic accident this Tuesday, while he was riding in a three-wheeled vehicle in a bustling… -
Incroyable mais vrai: A 8 ans, il décroche son BPC avec 240 points
Le jeune Chanda, 8 ans à peine a réussi brillamment son Brevet d’Études du Premier Cycle (BEPC), avec un total impressionnant de 240 points en Côte d’Ivoire. «… -
“I didn’t just hear about it, I lived it,” Kerozen shares the miracle of the Virgin Mary in his life.
The Ivorian singer Kerozen shared a testimony of faith and gratitude towards the Virgin Mary in an interview with Actu People. In an emotional statement that went viral… -
Côte d’Ivoire – 2025 election: a delegation from the African Union visits Laurent Gbagbo
On Wednesday, June 11, 2025, President Laurent Gbagbo received a delegation from the African Union at his private residence in Abidjan. Led by His Excellency Mr. Mamad Salet,… -
Tidjane Thiam at RHDP: “I have no Ivorian blood on my hands” (video)
In a lengthy speech delivered to his supporters, Tidjane Thiam vigorously responded to attacks from the Rally of Houphouëtists for Democracy and Peace (RHDP), particularly on the issue… -
Manadja Confirmed: from the Ivorian music scene to a security guard job in the United States?
Some billiards here, some photos taken with a few curious women there, some food (hoping to gain a few pounds)… In short, Manadja Confirmé seems to be taking… -
Death of Éric Didia: these 2 serious illnesses that took the host Roro
Éric Didia, a famous host affectionately nicknamed “Roro,” passed away on the night of Thursday, June 5 to Friday, June 6, 2025, in a clinic in Abidjan, Côte… -
Laurent Gbagbo: “It’s a fight, so we’re going to fight” (video)
Excluded from the list of candidates selected for the upcoming presidential election by the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC), former Ivorian President Laurent Gbagbo strongly reacted before his supporters.… -
2025 Presidential Election in Côte d’Ivoire: CEI Excludes Four Major Opposition Figures
The Independent Electoral Commission (CEI) made public this Wednesday the final electoral list for the presidential election on October 25, 2025. A decision that caused a political earthquake:… -
Côte d’Ivoire: 3 conditions for Tidjane Thiam to run in 2025
A few months before the presidential election in Côte d’Ivoire, scheduled for October 2025, Tidjane Thiam’s participation remains surrounded by uncertainties. While his popularity within public opinion and… -
At 82, she moves to Côte d’Ivoire with a 28-year-old: her son denounces a romance scam
Marie-José, 82 years old, a retired French woman, left France to live with a young Ivorian man, 28, met on Facebook, suspected to be a scammer. Since September… -
Presidential Election 2025 in Côte d’Ivoire: Simone Gbagbo’s Request to Ouattara
Simone Gbagbo, former First Lady and spokesperson for CAP-CI, made an important request to President Alassane Ouattara concerning the 2025 presidential election. Four months before the presidential election,… -
“And women, I don’t like them”: Ivorian singer Kley Saley sparks outrage with misogynistic remarks
On Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 25, 2025, a video posted by Ivorian artist Kley Saley sent shockwaves through social media. In the midst of celebrations honoring motherhood, the… -
Ivory Coast: Guinean law firm accused of practicing illegally
The Guinean law firm Thiam & Associés, operating in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, is under legal scrutiny for allegedly practicing law without authorization. The firm stands accused of violating… -
“Watching my mother suffer without being able to help her is my greatest pain,” says Claire Bahi
In an emotional interview with Média Prime, Ivorian singer Claire Bahi opened up about the painful loss of her mother, who she believes would still be alive today… -
“I kind of like the way he stops me from dancing in public,” says Ivorian singer Josey
Ivorian singer Josey has opened up about why her partner, former footballer Serey Dié, doesn’t want her dancing Mapouka in public. The popular artist recently addressed a question… -
“Never disrespect my daughter again…” — Camille Makosso puts Axel Merryl in his place
Ivorian pastor Camille Makosso has addressed Beninese comedian and singer Axel Merryl following a recent comment made about his daughter, Kimi Makosso. In a short video posted on… -
Ivory Coast: re-elected PDCI-RDA leader Tidjane Thiam thanks supporters for their trust
Following his re-election at the PDCI-RDA’s extraordinary congress, Tidjane Thiam expressed his gratitude to party members and supporters for their unwavering mobilization and commitment, which he described as… -
Ivory Coast – Tragic accident near Kanawolo: 4 dead and 60 injured, including 12 in critical condition
A devastating road accident occurred on the evening of Tuesday, May 13, 2025, around 9 p.m., just past the town of Kanawolo. According to preliminary reports from the… -
Ivory Coast: gospel singer sparks controversy with confession of sexual encounter in church
A shocking revelation on Ivorian television has caused a stir on social media after a gospel singer admitted to having had sexual relations inside a church. The confession… -
“I almost raised my hand at him”: Eudoxie Yao speaks out on breakup with Grand P
Ivorian influencer Eudoxie Yao has opened up about her split from Guinean artist Grand P, shedding light on the tensions that led to the end of their high-profile…