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With recent discovery of oil deposits, Ivorian economy is diversifying into new realm of raw materials
5 months ago

With recent discovery of oil deposits, Ivorian economy is diversifying into new realm of raw materials

The Hindu  

The discovery of huge deposits of natural resources including oil, gas and gold in the Ivory Coast is pushing the country’s economy in a new direction. The number of mining permits and projects has tripled since 2012 — from nine to 28 — while research permits have increased from 120 to nearly 200 over the period.” Mr. Coulibaly said the …

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Ivorian cocoa farmers ‘barely survive’ while chocolate company profits soar
7 months ago

Ivorian cocoa farmers ‘barely survive’ while chocolate company profits soar

Al Jazeera  

Farmers in Ivory Coast, the source of 45 percent of the world’s cocoa beans, battle climate change and market inequality. “We barely survive doing all of this.” But the everyday challenges are made more acute in a hugely unequal market where production shortfalls mean farmers struggle to make ends meet while surging chocolate prices help international companies’ profits to soar. …

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Ivory Coast parade through Abidjan, champions of Africa
10 months, 1 week ago

Ivory Coast parade through Abidjan, champions of Africa

Hindustan Times  

Tens of thousands of jubilant fans crammed the streets of Abidjan on Monday for the Ivory Coast's victory parade after the hosts' remarkable Africa Cup of Nations triumph the night before. "The overwhelming feeling is one of pride," said Junior Djedjess, one of the fans on hand to soak in the national team's astonishing run after a terrible group stage. …

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Ivory Coast’s 2023 AFCON defeat of Nigeria caps ‘a story for the ages’
10 months, 1 week ago

Ivory Coast’s 2023 AFCON defeat of Nigeria caps ‘a story for the ages’

Al Jazeera  

We examine why Ivory Coast’s defeat of Nigeria in the Africa Cup of Nations may have just marked the greatest AFCON yet. As the sport’s governing body on the continent, the Confederation of African Football, dubbed it: “Haller’s story is one for the ages.” It all began with Ivory Coast’s capitulation in Group A. They boasted the strongest squad with …

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Ivory Coast people ‘deserve’ dramatic 2023 AFCON title win against Nigeria
10 months, 1 week ago

Ivory Coast people ‘deserve’ dramatic 2023 AFCON title win against Nigeria

Al Jazeera  

The Ivory Coast complete their own tournament of comebacks to beat Nigeria 2-1 in the 2023 AFCON final in Abidjan. “Our people deserve this victory because they stood with us even when many thought we were dead.” Pressing problems for Nigeria The Super Eagles made surprise changes to the starting 11 with Samuel Chukwueze preferred over Moses Simon in attack, …

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Super Eagles out to stop Elephants’ charge as Nigeria meets Ivory Coast in Africa Cup final
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Super Eagles out to stop Elephants’ charge as Nigeria meets Ivory Coast in Africa Cup final

Associated Press  

ABIDJAN, Ivory Coast — A host nation holds its breath. Ivory Coast is on the verge of a scarcely believable third Africa Cup of Nations title, but the Elephants must first continue their remarkable run by beating old rival Nigeria in Sunday’s final. Many believe God is behind the team after Ivory Coast’s unlikely route to the final. Ivory Coast’s …

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Nigeria vs Ivory Coast: CAF AFCON 2023 final preview
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Nigeria vs Ivory Coast: CAF AFCON 2023 final preview

Al Jazeera  

Hosts Ivory Coast will look for their third AFCON title as Nigeria target their fourth. Who: Nigeria vs Ivory Coast What: CAF AFCON 2023 final When: Sunday, February 11, 2024, 20:00 GMT Where: Alassane Ouattara Stadium, Abidjan, Ivory Coast Nigeria coach Jose Peseiro has sought to play down his side’s tag as favourites for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations …

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Ivorians say God is on their team's side after 'miracles' at Africa Cup
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Ivorians say God is on their team's side after 'miracles' at Africa Cup

The Independent  

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Divine intervention? Ivorians say God is on their team’s side after ‘miracles’ at Africa Cup
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Divine intervention? Ivorians say God is on their team’s side after ‘miracles’ at Africa Cup

Associated Press  

ABIDJAN, Ivory Coast — Ivory Coast’s unlikely — some would say miraculous — progression to the Africa Cup of Nations final has convinced locals that God is on their side. Its federation fired the team’s coach after a 4-0 loss to Equatorial Guinea left it on the verge of elimination, then unsuccessfully tried to hire another coach when results in …

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Ivory Coast fires Jean-Louis Gasset as coach on same day it reaches Africa Cup last 16
11 months ago

Ivory Coast fires Jean-Louis Gasset as coach on same day it reaches Africa Cup last 16

Associated Press  

ABIDJAN, Ivory Coast — Ivory Coast coach Jean-Louis Gasset was fired on the same day the team qualified for the Africa Cup of Nations knockout stage. The Ivorian Football Federation said Wednesday that it was terminating the contracts of the French coach and his assistant “for insufficient results in accordance to the contract of objectives they had with the FIF.” …

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Time to shine: Ivory Coast counts wins but not costs as AFCON 2023 begins
11 months, 1 week ago

Time to shine: Ivory Coast counts wins but not costs as AFCON 2023 begins

Al Jazeera  

Abidjan, Ivory Coast – Cocktails being named after popular African footballers. Construction and controversy President Ouattara alluded to the potential reconciliatory role of hosting the Nations Cup for a second time – the other time was in 1984 – when he told the nation during his New Year’s address: “We must show our ability to unite, to make our country …

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Arsenal Confirm Nicolas Pepe's Exit After Trabzonspor Move
1 year, 3 months ago

Arsenal Confirm Nicolas Pepe's Exit After Trabzonspor Move

News 18  

Arsenal’s former record signing Nicolas Pepe left the Gunners as the Ivory Coast winger completed his move to Turkish side Trabzonspor, ending a dismal four-year spell at the Emirates. Official: Nicolas Pépé leaves Arsenal on free transfer, contract termination now confirmed by club statement ⚪️🔴❌Ivorian winger has joined Trabzonspor on short term deal, done and sealed since two days ago. …

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Artists give new life to Ivory Coast's neglected 'Pyramid'
1 year, 8 months ago

Artists give new life to Ivory Coast's neglected 'Pyramid'

Hindustan Times  

International and local artists paint giant, colourful murals on the exterior of a 15-storey building in Ivory Coast's commercial capital called "the Pyramid," an architectural gem that fell into disuse 20 years ago. A general view of a mural painted by the duo Fabio Lopez Gonzalo and Elodie Arshak who are known as Dourone, on a facade of the 'Pyramid', …

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46 Ivorian soldiers return home after months of captivity in Mali
1 year, 11 months ago

46 Ivorian soldiers return home after months of captivity in Mali

Firstpost  

Bamako, Mali: Forty-six Ivorian soldiers detained in Mali since July arrived home late Saturday, according to an AFP reporter at the airport, a day after they were pardoned by the neighbouring country’s junta. Diplomatic efforts An Ivorian delegation had travelled to Mali for talks before the trial opened, and the Ivorian defence ministry had said the dispute was “on the …

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Ivory Coast to withdraw from UN peacekeeping force in Mali
2 years, 1 month ago

Ivory Coast to withdraw from UN peacekeeping force in Mali

Al Jazeera  

Ivory Coast is embroiled in a diplomatic dispute with Mali over the continued detention of 46 of its soldiers since July. Ivory Coast will be gradually withdrawing its military contingent from the United Nations peacekeeping mission in Mali after the continued detention of 46 Ivorian soldiers who have been accused of being mercenaries. In the letter to the UN, Ivory …

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At UN, Mali army-appointed PM slams France, praises Russia ties
2 years, 3 months ago

At UN, Mali army-appointed PM slams France, praises Russia ties

Al Jazeera  

Abdoulaye Maiga lashes out at the former colonial ruler, the UN as he praised the ‘exemplary’ cooperation with Russia. Mali’s military-appointed prime minister has lashed out at France and the United Nations in a grievance-filled address over his nation’s deteriorating security situation while praising the “exemplary” cooperation with Russia. Addressing the 77th session of the UN General Assembly on Saturday, …

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Mali releases three Ivorian soldiers; 46 still detained
2 years, 3 months ago

Mali releases three Ivorian soldiers; 46 still detained

Al Jazeera  

The arrest of the Ivorian soldiers in Mali’s capital in July sparked a diplomatic spat between the West African neighbours. Ivory Coast, which has repeatedly requested their release, says the soldiers were unfairly arrested after being sent to provide backup for the UN peacekeeping mission in Mali, MINUSMA. Togolese foreign minister Robert Dusse, whose country has been mediating talks, told …

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Ivory Coast’s controversial polygamy bill: All you need to know
2 years, 5 months ago

Ivory Coast’s controversial polygamy bill: All you need to know

Al Jazeera  

The bill to make polygyny legal in the West African state has sparked a debate online and offline over women’s rights. Marriage in Ivory Coast Since 1964, a strict monogamous system has been the proscribed form of marriage in the country, even though polygamous marriages contracted before that date are still deemed legal. During a news conference organised by the …

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Ivory Coast: Drivers take on hazardous trips to remote places
2 years, 10 months ago

Ivory Coast: Drivers take on hazardous trips to remote places

Al Jazeera  

The Ivorian economy is in good shape, but not its roads. Bus stations in Ivory Coast are full of yellow minibuses and vintage trucks – known as Badjans – that date back to the 1970s, and it looks like some of the originals are still on the road. The Badjans are so old that the owners have to take apart …

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Ex-President Gbagbo back in Ivory Coast after acquittal
3 years, 6 months ago

Ex-President Gbagbo back in Ivory Coast after acquittal

Associated Press  

ABIDJAN, Ivory Coast — Former President Laurent Gbagbo returned home to Ivory Coast on Thursday, a decade after his refusal to concede defeat in a presidential election sparked months of violence that left more than 3,000 people dead. “I am happy to return to Ivory Coast and to Africa,” he said before adding: “I know that I am Ivorian but …

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Night of the Kings, Philippe Lacôte's Ivorian Oscars entry, is a peek into the world's only prison run by an inmate
3 years, 8 months ago

Night of the Kings, Philippe Lacôte's Ivorian Oscars entry, is a peek into the world's only prison run by an inmate

Firstpost  

Language: French and Dyula La MACA is a prison that lies right outside the borders of Ivory Coast’s capital city, Abidjan. And as they say in Philippe Lacôte’s Oscar-nominated film Night of the Kings, it is the only prison in the world run by an inmate. Ivory Coast, much like La MACA with its warring inmates, is a nation scarred …

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Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers 2021: Benin refuse to play Sierra Leone amid COVID-19 controversy
3 years, 8 months ago

Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers 2021: Benin refuse to play Sierra Leone amid COVID-19 controversy

Firstpost  

The match referee collapsed in the tie between Ivory Coast and Ethiopia with game being abandoned 10 minutes from time. Benin refused to play a key Africa Cup of Nations qualifier in Sierra Leone Tuesday after challenging positive COVID-19 tests for five of their players. A dramatic final day of qualifying for the 2021 tournament in Cameroon also saw a …

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