Economy
Ivory Coast: Sidy Cissé appointed Director General of CDC-CI
Sidy Cissé takes the helm of the Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations of Côte d’Ivoire, with the mission to strengthen the mobilization of resources intended for major projects.
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Get updates on the political, economic, social, cultural, and security news from West African countries. This section covers the regional dynamics of one of Africa’s most influential zones.
Society
Ivory Coast: Kandia Camara Promises More Support for Women of Gôh
In Gagnoa, Kandia Camara announced training sessions and increased support aimed at women in the Gôh region.
Miscellaneous News
Cocody: a man arrested with rearview mirrors allegedly stolen worth 510,000 FCFA
A 45-year-old man was arrested in Deux-Plateaux with several presumed stolen rearview mirrors. The damage is estimated at 510,000 FCFA.
Miscellaneous News
Abengourou: Man Found Dead in a Rubber Plantation, Suspect Arrested
The Abengourou BRI arrested a man following the discovery of a body in a rubber plantation. The public prosecutor's office has been notified.
Music
JP N’Da and Wantché unveil the video clip “Djorobiter”
JP N’Da and Wantché unveil “Djorobiter,” a collaboration released on September 26 and quickly shared on social media.
Politics
Guinea: Former Prime Minister Sidya Touré has died in Paris
The former head of the Guinean government and opposition figure has died in Paris. Born in Dimbokro, he had also held high-ranking positions in Côte d’Ivoire.
Music
Suspect 95 turns the viral phenomenon “Le Repos” into a track with Rosemark
The Ivorian rapper teams up with Rosemark Marcel on a track inspired by the humorous phenomenon "Le Repos," widely shared on social media.
Politics
Ivory Coast: Guillaume Soro Re-elected as Head of GPS
The sole candidate in the running, former Prime Minister Guillaume Soro, was re-elected as president of Générations et Peuples Solidaires during the internal vote on September 26, 2026.
Football
Ivorian Ligue 1: Yamoussoukro FC defeats ASEC Mimosas 1-0
The newly promoted Yamoussoukro FC defeated ASEC Mimosas 1-0 in their first match in the Ivorian Ligue 1, thanks to a goal by Doumbia Mory.
Security
Ivory Coast: The Army Creates a Battalion Specialized in Mountain Warfare
In Man, the Western Security Battalion has officially been replaced by a unit specialized in mountainous and forested areas.
Miscellaneous News
Agboville: Eight-month pregnant woman killed, suspect escapes lynching
The main suspect in the death of an eight-month pregnant woman in Agboville was evacuated by the gendarmes after being confronted by local residents.
Economy
Ivory Coast: Abidjan to Host the United States-Africa Business Summit in 2027
Ivory Coast has been selected to host the U.S.-Africa Business Summit in 2027, marking the first time it will be held in French-speaking West Africa.
Miscellaneous News
Deux-Plateaux: Alleged Fake German Journalist Arrested for Fraud
A 33-year-old man suspected of posing as a German journalist to defraud women was arrested in Deux-Plateaux.
Economy
Ivory Coast: More than 39 billion FCFA claimed from the State by suppliers
SYNAFECI states that more than 39 billion FCFA in claims have been submitted for payment and calls for faster processing of the files.
Education
Koumassi: Students Demand the Release of Classrooms Occupied by Evicted Families
In Koumassi, students are demanding the return of classrooms still occupied by families evicted from Koumassi Campement.
Security
Boundiali: a fire ravages part of the police station
A fire damaged the Boundiali police station during the night of September 24 to 25. No deaths have been reported.