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Dynamic, playful, and lightning-quick: the biama duels transforming Ivorian dance traditions
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A crowd of approximately 400 people gathered in the Yopougon-Selmer district of Abidjan, sitting on plastic chairs and wooden benches, as they enthusiastically cheered for Sauce Graine. The dancer captivated the audience with his remarkable agility and skill during a series of street dance competitions featuring the vibrant biama style, an energetic variation of coupé-décalé,…
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Creative souls discover inspiration in the tranquil charm of Grand Bassam, Côte d’Ivoire.
At the La Fourchette de RÅze hotel in Grand Bassam, a city in Côte d’Ivoire nestled between the Ébrié lagoon and the Atlantic Ocean, a festive birthday celebration was underway. Positioned on the second-floor balcony, the artist known as Nuits Balnéaires stood beside an expansive canvas, gazing out at the rolling waves of the Atlantic.…
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The Impact of Climate Change: Devastating Floods in West Africa Force Thousands to Evacuate
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Last month, flooding along the western African coast resulted in numerous fatalities, extensive rescues, and the displacement of thousands of individuals. The heavy rains responsible for this disaster have now been attributed to climate change by scientists, who assert that global warming transformed a typical weather occurrence into a significant climate emergency. Experts caution that…
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“Vibrant Abidjan Art Week Highlights the City’s Emergence as a Thriving Cultural Center”
On a recent evening in Abidjan, over a dozen galleries and museums extended their hours until midnight, welcoming art lovers on a special bus tour through the city. This event, known as the Night of the Galleries, was designed to allow individuals to explore and appreciate the ongoing Abidjan Art Week after their workday. This…