After her exam troubles, the mayor of San Pedro in turmoil / PDCI is "spoiled" again

Author: Bertin MAMBOPublished on: July 15, 2026Country: Ivory Coast

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After her exam troubles, the mayor of San Pedro in turmoil / PDCI is "spoiled" again

Mayor Nakaridja Cissé of San Pedro, already embroiled in controversy over public service exams, faces a revolt from four of her deputy mayors. Meanwhile, the PPA-CI unveils a social pact that some media call a political scam. The PDCI is also experiencing internal turmoil. In sports, France was eliminated in the semi-finals of the 2026 World Cup.

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