Zouglou at 35: how a student sound became the voice of Abidjan
From campus protest songs to stadium shows, the genre keeps reinventing itself.
Culture
Gastronomy
Attiéké, the cassava couscous that conquered West Africa
Producers in the south are seeking a protected geographical indication.
Agriculture
First national shea fair aims to empower women producers
Cooperatives in the north hope to sell directly to cosmetics brands.
Tourism
Grand-Bassam: a weekend guide to the UNESCO colonial town
Beaches, galleries and the old quarter, an hour from Abidjan.
Lifestyle
Running clubs are taking over Abidjan's lagoon at sunrise
Weekend runs on the Plateau bridges now draw hundreds of participants.
Arts & Cinema
African performing arts market returns to Treichville
More than 60 companies will perform during the week-long festival.
Fashion
Abidjan designers bring wax prints to Paris showrooms
A new generation of brands is building an export market for Ivorian fashion.
Languages
Nouchi: the street slang that shapes Ivorian French
Linguists say the slang is now spoken well beyond Abidjan's neighbourhoods.
Music
Josey: The Rising Star of Ivorian Music
Born on June 29, 1989, in Abidjan, Gnakrou Josée Priscille, better known as Josey, has quickly established herself as one of the leading voices in the Ivorian music scene. Her unique blend of coupé-décalé, Afro-zouk, RnB, and soul has captivated a diverse and international audience. The First Steps...
Lifestyle
Nayanka Bell and Magic System's Memorable Encounter
In a charming twist of fate, Nayanka Bell, one of Africa's renowned musical voices, and the popular group Magic System found themselves aboard the same train in August 2024. Although their destinations were different—Nayanka was heading to Lyon and Magic System to Alpe d'Huez—their paths crossed in...
Lyrics
L'Abidjanaise - National Anthem of Côte d'Ivoire
Salut oh terre d’espérance ! Hail, oh land of hope! Pays de l’hospitalité. Land of hospitality. Tes légions remplies de vaillance, Your legions filled with valor, Ont relevé ta dignité. Have upheld your dignity. Tes fils, chère Côte d’Ivoire, Your sons, dear Côte d'Ivoire, Fiers artisans de ta grand...
Lyrics
Song of Côte d’Ivoire ‘s Special Forces
(Song of Côte d’Ivoire ‘s Special Forces) Je suis un volontaire servant ma nation avec honneur et fidélité. I am a volunteer serving my nation with honor and loyalty. Le silence et la discrétion sont pour moi des règles d’or. Silence and discretion are golden rules for me. Soldat d'élite, je m'entra...