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Côte d'Ivoire’s sacred talking drum is coming home: lessons ...
The French parliament has unanimously passed a law to return the Djidji Ayôkwé, a sacred talking drum stolen by colonial forces from Côte d'Ivoire in 1916. Once used by the Ebrié people in the coastal south of the country to summon gatherings,...

Thousands in the Côte d'Ivoire protest the exclusion of opposition leaders from election
Thousands of Ivorians took to the streets in Abidjan, the main city of the West African nation, to protest against the exclusion of opposition leaders from the upcoming presidential election. Protesters gathered from Saturday morning in Yopougon,...

Côte d'Ivoire’s sacred talking drum is coming home: lessons from Kenya on how it could transform lives
The French parliament has unanimously passed a law to return the Djidji Ayôkwé, a sacred talking drum stolen by colonial forces from Côte d’Ivoire in 1916. Once used by the Ebrié people in the coastal south of the country to summon gatherings,...
Parliament Speaker congratulates counterparts in Côte d'Ivoire & Singapore
[Fri, 08 Aug 2025 18:11:03 +0300] Sana’a - Saba: Parliament Speaker Yahya Ali Al-Ra’i sent a cable of congratulations to Adama Bictogo, President of the National Assembly of Côte d'Ivoire, on the occasion of his country’s Independence Day...

Two dead and dozens ill in listeria outbreak linked to cheese sold worldwide
Health officials have recalled potentially fatal soft cheese after two people died following a listeria outbreak. A further 21 people also became seriously ill in France, where the two victims also passed away, from eating bacteria-contaminated...

Dr Adesina speaks at Kenya Law Society Confab
PROTOCOLS Honorable Chief Justice of Kenya, Chief Justice Martha Koome, Distinguished Judges of the Supreme Court, President of the Kenya Law Society, Mrs. Faith Odhiambo, Committee Members of the Kenya Law Society, Esteemed Judges, Respected...

Côte d'Ivoire: PFO Africa invest in solar energy
3D model of the Ferké Solar solar power plant/PFO Africa.The Ferké Solar cornerstone ceremony/PFO Africa.Côte d'Ivoire has entered a new phase in the deployment of renewable energy with the official launch of Ferké Solar, a photovoltaic power...

Infinity Power signs concession agreements for Scaling Solar Côte d'Ivoire
Infinity Power and the government of Côte d'Ivoire have entered into two concession agreements for landmark solar photovoltaic (PV) projects, as part of the World Bank’s Scaling Solar Programme. This milestone marks the company’s first...

UAE leaders congratulate President of Côte d'Ivoire on Ind. Day
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, dispatched...

Digital tools key to Africa’s compliance with EU deforestation rules - Fairtrade
As the European Union (EU) rolls out stringent regulations to combat deforestation linked to products entering its markets, concerns over the repercussions on African farmers are rising. Known as the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), the...

Air Côte d'Ivoire A big step for the company
The flag carrier is now targeting intercontinental destinations. Flights to international destinations symbolise a giant leap forward. If all goes according to plan, the Ivorian flag carrier Air Côte d'Ivoire will launch its first long-haul...

Côte d'Ivoire is the authentic, uncrowded — and affordable — alternative to Barbados
The streets are virtually empty of tourists. In the morning light, I photograph the faded ornate balconies and grand facades without a single selfie stick in sight. A local guide, Pokou Severin, explains the town's significance as the first French...

Aurum Resources Expands Boundiali Gold Resource in Côte d'Ivoire
Highlights,Boundiali Gold Project resource upgraded,Ongoing exploration across six target areas,Advancing development with PFS underway,Aurum Resources (ASX:AUE) has announced a substantial increase in the mineral resource estimate at its...

Team Profile: Côte d'Ivoire chasing first title since 1985
ABIDJAN (Côte d'Ivoire) -The last time fans of Côte d'Ivoire's Elephants heard the trumpets of AfroBasket victory was four decades ago in their capital city, Abidjan. Since 1985, they have come closest to the title with two runner-up finishes, in...

Protests erupt in Côte d'Ivoire after opposition leaders blocked from election
Violence and arrests over the weekend have deepened political tensions in Côte d'Ivoire, after opposition supporters took to the streets to protest President Alassane Ouattara's decision to run for a fourth term in October. Several opposition...

Dangote to launch Côte d'Ivoire plant in 3Q25
Dangote Cement Plc has announced plans to commission its 3Mta grinding plant in Côte d’Ivoire by the 3Q25. The facility, will bolster the company’s regional cement production and export capacity as it grows its international network that currently...

India News | Parliament Passes Bill to Increase Production of Critical Minerals, Enable Inclusion of New Mineral in a Mining Lease
New Delhi [India], August 19 (ANI): Parliament on Tuesday passed a bill for promoting conservation of minerals, zero waste mining and supporting the objectives of the National Critical Mineral Mission with Union Minister for Coal and Mines G...

China’s rare earth export curbs hit Indian EV industry; govt explores alternatives
To secure overseas assets, Khanij Bidesh India Ltd — a joint venture set up to identify and acquire strategic minerals — is actively pursuing partnerships with global players.China’s decision to impose export restrictions on key rare earth magnets...

Cameroon settle for fifth as Cote d'Ivoire go seventh
ABIDJAN (Cote d'Ivoire) - Former African silver medalists Cameroon beat rivals Mozambique 60-40 in the fifth-place classification match, improving one spot from their last outing in 2023. Meanwhile, hosts Côte d'Ivoire held their own against the...

Senegal upset hosts Cote d'Ivoire to keep African title dream alive
ABIDJAN (Côte d'Ivoire) - Not only did Senegal advance to the semifinals of the 2025 Women's AfroBasket, they also secured a spot in the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup Qualifying Tournaments after defeating hosts Côte d'Ivoire 66-60 in an...