In our ‘Spotlight’ series, we highlight the work of photographers, visual artists, multimedia artists, and more who are producing vibrant, original work.In our latest piece, we spotlight Ivorian artist Obou Gbais AKA Peintre Obou. Obou’s remarkably detailed style of painting…
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Ivory Coast President Alassane Ouattara Controversially Wins Third Presidential Term
President Alassane Ouattara has reportedly been voted into his third presidential term in Ivory Coast. This comes after the national election took place on October 31st. According to Al Jazeera, votes for Ouattara amounted to 94.2 percent of the total…
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Meet Four Women Pushing Ivorian Art Forward Through Photography
There’s been a tremendous amount of awe-inspiring art coming from the African continent lately. Photography is no exception. It is one of the most powerful tools used in changing the way in which the West perceives Africa and its diaspora…
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Deadly Clashes Between Protesters and Police Erupt in Ivory Coast Following President Ouattara’s Decision to Run For Third Term
Four civilians have reportedly died in demonstrations that have seen President Alassane Ouattara’s supporters clashing with security forces. An 18 year-old reportedly died in a violent demonstration in the southeastern town of Bonoua, 50km from the economic hub, Abidjan. Demonstrations…
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