Ivorian News

Author: ivoireactu.netPublished on: May 9, 2026Country: Ivory Coast

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Assalé Tiémoko announced his candidacy for the upcoming municipal elections in Cocody. The Council of State has appointed Ibrahime Coulibaly-Kuibiert as its head by Alassane Ouattara. New retail prices for hydrocarbons have been in effect since May 1, 2026. In Bouaké, prices for products such as rice, oil, and sugar remain controlled despite the global crisis.

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