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Ivory Coast: the difficult fight against illegal gold-making

In Côte d'Ivoire, artisanal gold mining is growing, particularly in clandestine sites. The authorities want to put an end to illegal ordeal, accused of degrading land and polluting watercourses, and have reinforced sanctions. But on the ground, the struggle is met with an economic reality: for many young people, the exploitation of gold remains one of the few sources of income. Report by Jean Barrère and Damien Koffi.

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CAN 2027 eliminations: Côte d'Ivoire continues, Nigeria surprised by Guinea-Bissau

The second day of the CAN 2027 playoffs is almost over. And it has been tricky for some of the continent's major selections, with Guinea-Bissau's unexpected victories against Nigeria (3-0) and the Gambia against Ghana (4-2). For its part, Côte d'Ivoire has won a second success, while Gabon has finally launched its qualification campaign.

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Ivory Coast: "Why don't I forgive France? » Simone Ehivet

In an interview given to France 24, Simone Ehivet, in France for the first time since 2011, claims to have forgiven both France and Alassane Ouattara. The former Ivorian First Lady also regrets the arrest of Laurent Gbagbo's relatives, speaking of "political prisoners".