Society
Abidjan: the mobility-climate conference maintained, the artisanal transport fair postponed
Approximately 1,500 participants are expected in Abidjan. The scientific meetings and the main conference have separate registrations.
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African Sport
ASEC challenges MAS of Fès after a winless start in Ligue 1
The Mimosas will play the first leg of the second preliminary round on Sunday in Morocco. They have overcome the first continental hurdle but are still seeking a victory in the league.
Diplomacy
In Kinshasa, Téné Birahima Ouattara received by Félix Tshisekedi
Alassane Ouattara’s envoy delivered a message to the Congolese president. Strengthening relations between the two countries was also discussed during the meeting.
Music
Roseline Layo releases “DIA,” produced by DaFé and Tamsir
This solo release comes less than a month after her duet with Fatoumata Diawara. The Ivorian singer is also expected in Bouaké on November 15.
Politics
The reform of the Ivorian electoral body must go through the Assembly
The contributions of political parties and civil society must be reviewed before a text is submitted to the deputies. The opposition's request for a national dialogue remains without any follow-up announcement.
Culture
Génération Patrimoine plans consultations in six Ivorian cities
Launched in Abidjan on October 14, the initiative aims to gather young people's proposals on museums and cultural transmission. A meeting is scheduled in Korhogo on October 23.
Economy
Ivory Coast regulates oil activities, including biofuels
The decree adopted on October 14 covers activity authorizations and installations, from their opening to their dismantling.
Health
In Abidjan, the Chinese hospital ship aims to treat 4,000 patients in one week
The Ark of Good Omen docked on October 14 for a free medical care mission until October 21. Pre-registrations had been organized in September.
Environment
Ivory Coast regulates the biological rest period of fishing by decree
Closure periods are becoming mandatory in marine, lagoon, and lake fisheries to allow for the natural replenishment of fish stocks.
Politics
The Ivorian government wants to create an economic and financial criminal court of appeal
The bill reorganizes the specialized system around a court of first instance and an appeals body.
Schools & Training
Ivory Coast ratifies a loan of 124.37 billion CFA francs for training and employment
The funds must support the ONEF platform, shared equipment centers, and the learning of out-of-school or unemployed youth.
Economy
A discount of 10 FCFA per kilo comes into effect in the rubber sector
The Rubber-Palm Oil-Coconut Council reserves the measure for registered cooperatives and caps the transport differential at 30 FCFA per kilogram.
Technology
Ivory Coast sets the financial framework for the 3.5 GHz band for 5G
The new decree regulates the release of frequencies already in use and specifies the calculation of fees related to the spectrum intended for future fifth-generation networks.
Health
Bounkani reports 23 cases of yellow fever, including 11 deaths
The government announces more than 400,000 doses available, orders an additional stock, and calls on unvaccinated individuals to visit health centers.
Economy
Ivory Coast presents three agro-industrial hubs at the FAO forum
The Ivorian delegation is to present projects in Rome aimed at attracting capital towards agricultural production, processing, and logistics.
African Sport
The Elephants take a one-goal lead over Mauritania in beach soccer
Ivory Coast secured a 3-2 victory in Port-Bouët ahead of a decisive return leg scheduled for October 18 in Nouakchott.