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The National Security Council (CNS) of Côte d’Ivoire announced on July 23, 2026, in Abidjan, the removal of over 8,500 illegal gold mining sites between 2021 and the first half of 2026. Despite this record, the institution claims that the clandestine activity persists and is spreading across the national territory. During the same period, the […]
FC Barcelona defender Pau Cubarsí currently holds the top spot in the Golden Boy 2026 ranking. The young Spaniard is ahead of his teammate Lamine Yamal, while Yan Diomandé completes the podium. Pau Cubarsí is positioned as the main favorite for the Golden Boy 2026. According to the provisional ranking published by Tuttosport, the FC […]
Ivory Coast launched the Identification Project for Cashew Operators and Farms (IEEA) on August 11 in Korhogo. Led by the Cotton Cashew Shea Council (CCAK), the initiative aims to establish a more reliable database to improve management and traceability in the sector. The country is the world’s leading producer of cashew nuts. Cashew also represents […]
Ivory Coast is preparing to launch the main campaign for 2026/2027 in a context marked by price volatility and increased international requirements. The country is rolling out a new national traceability system to better track the origin of the beans produced on its territory. As the world’s top cocoa producer, Ivory Coast heavily relies on […]
Eighteen suspects have been charged and placed under detention following clashes between communities that occurred on August 4 in Kossandji, about sixty kilometers from Abidjan. The violence resulted in at least seven deaths, several injuries, and one person missing, amidst a dispute related to the exploitation of a farm plot. The Abobo prosecutor announced on […]
BGFIBank Côte d’Ivoire has obtained the IFACI Quality Certification for its Internal Audit Department. This distinction follows an assessment conducted according to the requirements of the Professional Framework for Internal Audit (RPAI) 2025. The certification was presented during a ceremony held at the headquarters of BGFI Holding Corporation. It pertains to the Internal Audit Department […]
The Canadian group Montage Gold has secured a loan of $75 million to fund the development of the Didiévi gold project in Côte d’Ivoire. This operation comes a few months after finalizing the acquisition of African Gold and confirms the group’s intention to make this asset its next mining project in the country. In its […]
The president of the African Peoples’ Party-Ivory Coast (PPA-CI), Laurent Gbagbo, has appointed five officials to strategic positions within his party. Announced on Monday, August 10, this reorganization aims to share responsibilities more broadly while keeping the former head of state at the center of the party’s governance. Reaffirmed as president of the PPA-CI in […]
Ivory Coast celebrated its 66th Independence Day on Friday, August 7, 2026. In Abidjan, the speaking drum Djidji Ayôkwé, returned by France in March after several years of negotiations, was presented for the first time to the Ivorian public. The ceremony was attended by political leaders, traditional chiefs, and thousands of spectators. A sacred object […]
One year after his arrival at RB Leipzig from Leganés, Yan Diomandé joins Real Madrid. The Spanish club and their German counterpart have reached an agreement for the transfer of the Ivorian international, estimated around 140 million euros, including bonuses, according to the Spanish press. “Real Madrid and RB Leipzig have reached an agreement regarding […]
Real Madrid is continuing its offensive in the transfer market with the arrival of Yan Diomandé. The promising 19-year-old Ivorian winger has signed until 2033 in a deal estimated at 120 million euros, confirming the Madrid strategy of betting on the greatest talents of tomorrow. Real Madrid continues to invest in the future. The Spanish […]
The Yan Diomande saga is coming to an end. After several weeks of negotiations, Real Madrid and RB Leipzig are said to have reached a full agreement for the transfer of the Ivorian international, who is set to become the most expensive player in the history of the Madrid club. The conclusion seems imminent. Yan […]
Côte d’Ivoire and Botswana have signed a cooperation agreement in the mining and energy sectors. The partnership is intended to promote the sharing of experiences in governance of natural resources, skills development, and local processing of minerals. Côte d’Ivoire wants to leverage Botswana’s experience to accelerate the development of its extractive industry. The two countries […]
Africa Global Logistics Côte d’Ivoire closed the 2025 fiscal year with a net profit of 784.9 million FCFA, compared to 21.1 billion FCFA in 2024. This decrease of 96.3% occurs despite a 7.4% increase in revenue. Africa Global Logistics Côte d’Ivoire experienced a significant contraction in profitability in 2025. The company’s net result stood at […]
Eleven years after leading Ivory Coast to the continental title, Hervé Renard is back on the Elephants’ bench. The Ivorian Football Federation (FIF) officially announced on Tuesday the appointment of the French coach as head coach of the national A team, with the mission of continuing the positive performance trend of Ivorian football. Ivory Coast […]
While several reports indicated an imminent agreement between RB Leipzig and Real Madrid for Yan Diomande, the German club has denied any definitive conclusion of negotiations. The case of the Ivorian international remains open, but no significant progress has reportedly been made yet. The Yan Diomande saga continues to fuel transfer market rumors. Announced as […]
After more than two years at the helm of the Ivorian national team, Emerse Faé will not continue his mission. The Ivorian Football Federation officially announced, this Friday, the end of his contract, praising the work accomplished by the French technician of Ivorian origin, particularly the qualification of the Elephants for the 2026 World Cup. […]
Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana, already engaged in coordinating their cocoa policies, are looking to involve Nigeria and Cameroon in a common approach. The goal: to better defend the income of African producers against the fluctuations of the global market. African cocoa is back at the center of an economic battle. A summit dedicated to creating […]
The Ivorian government presented a heavy report on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, regarding the severe weather affecting the country since the beginning of the rainy season. At the end of the Cabinet meeting held in Abidjan, government spokesman Amadou Coulibaly announced 59 deaths related to torrential rains and flooding. This report comes as Côte d’Ivoire […]
The Ivory Coast takes on Norway this Tuesday in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup at AT&T Stadium in Dallas. The official line-ups have been announced. The Ivory Coast is facing Norway this Tuesday at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, as part of the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup. The […]
Candidates for the 2026 Baccalauréat in Côte d’Ivoire will find out their fate on Monday, July 6. The national announcement of results is expected to start at 2 PM, following a session that mobilized over 329,000 candidates across the territory. The wait is entering its final stretch for BAC 2026 candidates in Côte d’Ivoire. After […]
Impressed by the performance of Côte d’Ivoire, Zlatan Ibrahimović believes that the Elephants have what it takes to challenge the favorites during the knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup. The former Swedish international sees the Ivorian team as one of the squads to watch closely. The former glory of Swedish football, Zlatan Ibrahimović, thinks […]
Thanks to a valuable victory against Curaçao (2-0), Ivory Coast has secured its qualification for the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup. Led by a double from Nicolas Pépé, the Elephants finish second in their group and join Morocco and South Africa in the next round. Ivory Coast has become the third African […]
A 48-year-old teacher lost her life in a fire that occurred on the night of Friday, June 19 to Saturday, June 20, 2026, in Gagnoa, Ivory Coast. The tragedy took place at her home, located in the Barouhio neighborhood. According to information reported by the Ivorian press, the victim had sent her children on vacation […]
