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Juventus confirmed on Tuesday, 8 September, a moderate-grade lesion of Jérémie Boga’s left hamstring biceps. The Ivorian international will undergo further examinations in two weeks, with no official return date announced at this stage.
Safarel Obiang is preparing “VISION 360”, a project of 15 tracks announced for Friday 11 September 2026. The Qobuz pre-order confirms the date, tracklist, and a total duration of 40 minutes and 16 seconds.
Two European dates for Himra scheduled in September 2026 are now canceled: 18 at the Rockhal in Luxembourg and 24 at L’Usine in Geneva. His major concert in Ébimpé, set for 26 December, remains on sale.
Roseline Layo’s new single “Bara” makes its debut in the weekly YouTube Top 15 in Côte d’Ivoire, while also securing a spot on the podium in Senegal.
Released at the end of 2024, Espoir 2000’s “Respectez” resurfaces in the Ivorian digital news: the track appears in 18th place in the latest available daily YouTube Côte d’Ivoire ranking.
The Ivorian singer Ariel Sheney took part in Attécoubé in an awareness event dedicated to pediatric cancers, as part of “Golden September.”
Gadji Celi invites the Ivorian public on 31 October 2026 to the Parc des Expositions in Abidjan for “Apothéose,” a concert announced as the finale of his 40 years of career.
With “Omanh’O,” Nash reignites her musical activity ahead of her jubilee. The 25-year concert is scheduled for 20 November 2026 at the Anoumabo hall of the Palais de la Culture.
Ivorian rapper TRK confirms his rise in local charts: “Deutsche Qualitat” holds the 7th spot on Apple Music Côte d’Ivoire this 9 September, while the album “2026 Golden Run” remains at No. 2.
Implemented on 1 September, Ivory Coast’s National Coffee-Cocoa Traceability System is facing startup difficulties. Buyers and cooperatives report problems mastering digital tools and availability of some equipment, risking delivery slowdowns.
Ivorian rapper Sindika invites fans on Saturday 12 September to La Playa, on the Bassam road, for the first edition of “LA ROMA,” a concert-concept designed as a new chapter in his stage universe.
Slovan Bratislava faces Paris Saint-Germain this Wednesday at 21h at the Parc des Princes, with Yaya Touré on their bench for a historic first in the Champions League.
Released on 4 September, MILO’s “1 MESSAGE: JESUS” climbed to the 6th spot on Apple Music albums in Côte d’Ivoire after a jump of 51 places. This surge extends a week already marked by three certifications announced by the artist.
Ivorian singer Geneviève Brou is preparing the 10th edition of the International Gathering of Worshippers, scheduled for November 22, 2026, at the Félix Houphouët-Boigny Stadium in Abidjan. The organizers hope to bring together 25,000 people.
On September 19, 2026, in Abidjan, Ivorian comedian Ramatoulaye will attend the book signing of “From MACA to MAKKA,” a novel written by Mamadou Gueu Dia Jonathan and inspired by his journey, on the sidelines of his 10th one-man show.
Free since his departure from Persepolis, Serge Aurier is reported to be in advanced talks with FC Montigny-en-Gohelle, a Regional 2 club. The matter has not yet been formalized and remains pending an administrative formality.
Benin is among the eight pilot countries testing a demographic dividend monitoring platform in Abidjan, ahead of validation aimed at preparing for its wider deployment.
Fatima Koné’s journey at Miss World 2026 ended in the first round of the final in Vietnam. The Ivorian representative did not make it into the Top 40, while the Dominican Joheirry Mola won the world crown.
Ivorian rapper Himra tops the Apple Music Côte d’Ivoire chart for the week of September 7, 2026, with nine tracks or collaborations among the top ten positions, according to the Soundcharts report.
After four appearances in La Liga and 83 minutes played, Ivorian winger Yan Diomandé could make his first start with Real Madrid this Tuesday in the Champions League against Inter Milan.
The song “What God Has Done,” dedicated by Ariel Sheney to his wife Nadiya Sabeh, marks a notable entry in the weekly YouTube chart in Côte d’Ivoire.
Elow’n continues her new musical phase with “Le Bara,” a single released on September 4, 2026, alongside TRK and Widgunz, two other figures of Ivorian rap.
Ivorian comedian and actor Michel Gohou was honored at the inaugural edition of the Africa Next Awards at the Folies Bergère in Paris. The award was filled with emotion in a venue he associates with a defining moment in his career.
The single “Casse tes reins” by Dydy Yeman holds the top spot in the latest available daily YouTube chart in Côte d’Ivoire, ahead of Tazeboy and Himra.
