Ivory Coast

Region

🌍 Africa

Population

👥 33

Currency

💱 West African CFA franc

Languages

🗣️ French

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Official NameSource: REST Countries

Republic of Côte d'Ivoire

Continent

Africa

DemonymSource: REST Countries

Ivorian

Independence

August 7, 1960 (from France)

Top-Level Domain

.ci

Calling CodeSource: REST Countries

+225

Time ZoneSource: REST Countries

UTC

Capital CitySource: REST Countries

Yamoussoukro

ISO Alpha-2

ISO Alpha-3

CIV

UN Code

384

Geographic Coordinates

8,-5

Area (km²)Source: REST Countries

322,463#70 of 249

PopulationSource: REST Countries

33,293,101#47 of 247

Population Density (per km²)

98.01

Highest Point (m)

Mount Nimba (1,752 m)

Lowest Point (m)

Atlantic Ocean (0 m)

Land Use

Agricultural land: 67.5%; forest: 32.2%; other: 0.3% (2018 estimate)

Irrigated Land

2,200 sq km (2012)

Coastline Length

560 km

Climate

Tropical; warm and humid; two rainy seasons (May-June and October-November)

Natural Resources

Petroleum, natural gas, diamonds, manganese, iron ore, cobalt, bauxite, copper, hydropower

Bordering CountriesSource: REST Countries

Burkina Faso, Ghana, Guinea, Liberia, Mali

Major Rivers

Bandama River, Sassandra River, Comoé River

Major Lakes

This country has no major lakes.

Government Type

Republic

Administrative Divisions

31 districts and 2 autonomous districts

Legal System

Based on French civil law system

Chief of State

President Alassane Ouattara

Head of Government

Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé

Cabinet

Council of Ministers appointed by the President

Elections

President elected by popular vote for a 5-year term; elections last held in 2020

Judicial Branch

Supreme Court

Legislative Branch

Unicameral National Assembly

Major Political Parties

Rassemblement des Houphouëtistes pour la Démocratie et la Paix (RHDP), Parti Démocratique de Côte d'Ivoire (PDCI-RDA)

CurrencySource: REST Countries

West African CFA franc

GDP, Nominal (US$ billion)Source: World Bank: GDP (current US$) (2025)Checked September 29, 2026

99.77#78 of 211

GDP, PPP (US$ billion)Source: World Bank: GDP, PPP (current international $) (2025)Checked September 29, 2026

268.53#74 of 201

GDP per Capita (US$)Source: World Bank: GDP per capita (current US$) (2025)Checked September 29, 2026

3,050.1#160 of 211

GDP - Agriculture (%)Source: World Bank: Agriculture, forestry, and fishing, value added (% of GDP) (2025)Checked September 29, 2026

16.76

GDP - Industry (%)Source: World Bank: Industry (including construction), value added (% of GDP) (2025)Checked September 29, 2026

23.93

GDP - Services (%)Source: World Bank: Services, value added (% of GDP) (2025)Checked September 29, 2026

51.17

Inflation Rate (%)Source: World Bank: Inflation, consumer prices (annual %) (2025)Checked September 29, 2026

0.13#174 of 191

Labor Force (people)Source: World Bank: Labor force, total (2025)Checked September 29, 2026

13,067,763

Unemployment Rate (%)Source: World Bank: Unemployment, total (% of total labor force) (modeled ILO estimate) (2025)Checked September 29, 2026

2.32#164 of 185

Public Debt (% of GDP)Source: World Bank: Central government debt, total (% of GDP) (1995)Checked September 29, 2026

171.07

Budget

The government budget is primarily allocated to infrastructure, education, and social programs.

Exports (US$ billion)Source: World Bank: Exports of goods and services (current US$) (2025)Checked September 29, 2026

29.72#84 of 192

Imports (US$ billion)Source: World Bank: Imports of goods and services (current US$) (2025)Checked September 29, 2026

24.72#89 of 192

Foreign Reserves

Significant foreign reserves are maintained to support the currency.

Currency Exchange

Currency exchange rates can be found online or at local banks.

GDP by Sector

Agriculture, industry, and services are the main sectors.

Major Industries

Coffee, cocoa, palm oil, cotton, timber, petroleum.

Major Export Partners

France, Netherlands, United States, Germany, Nigeria.

Major Import Partners

France, Nigeria, China, United States, Netherlands.

Society

Literacy Rate (%)Source: World Bank: Literacy rate, adult total (% of people ages 15 and above) (2021)Checked September 29, 2026

50#159 of 169

Birth Rate (per 1,000 people)Source: World Bank: Birth rate, crude (per 1,000 people) (2024)Checked September 29, 2026

31.6

Death Rate (per 1,000 people)Source: World Bank: Death rate, crude (per 1,000 people) (2024)Checked September 29, 2026

7.6

Net Migration Rate

Slightly negative net migration (2022 est.)

Median Age

Approximately 20 years (2022 est.)

Urban Population (%)Source: World Bank: Urban population (% of total population) (2025)Checked September 29, 2026

54.55#145 of 214

Urbanization Rate

Urbanization is a continuing trend.

Life Expectancy (years)Source: World Bank: Life expectancy at birth, total (years) (2024)Checked September 29, 2026

62.1#201 of 214

HIV/AIDS Prevalence

Approximately 2.6% of adults (2021 est.)

Health Expenditures (% of GDP)Source: World Bank: Current health expenditure (% of GDP) (2023)Checked September 29, 2026

3.43

Ethnic Groups

Akan, Volta-Bani, Krou, Mandé, and various others.

Religions

Islam, Christianity, and indigenous beliefs.

LanguagesSource: REST Countries

French

Education

Education System

Education system is structured with primary, secondary, and higher education. There are challenges with quality and access.

School Life Expectancy (years)Source: World Bank: School life expectancy, primary to tertiary, both sexes (years) (2017)Checked September 29, 2026

Government Education Spending

Government spending on education varies, but is generally a significant portion of the budget.

Primary Education Access

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Secondary Education Access

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Higher Education Access

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Major Universities

Université Félix Houphouët-Boigny, Université Alassane Ouattara, and others.

Culture

Cultural Overview

Diverse culture, with influences from various ethnic groups and French colonialism. Art, music, and dance are vibrant.

National HolidaysSource: Nager.Date

New Year's Day (2026-01-01)
Easter Monday (2026-04-06)
Labour Day (2026-05-01)
Ascension Day (2026-05-14)
Whit Monday (2026-05-25)
Independence Day (2026-08-07)
Assumption Day (2026-08-15)
All Saints Day (2026-11-01)
National Peace Day (2026-11-15)
Christmas Day (2026-12-25)

Popular Music

Couper-décaler, zouglou, and traditional music.

Traditional Food

Attiéké, foutou, and various stews with diverse ingredients.

Sports

Football is the most popular sport.

Major Festivals

Fêtes des Masques, Dipri Festival, and various regional festivals.

Famous People

Didier Drogba (football), Alpha Blondy (musician), and others.

Cultural Heritage Sites

Examples include Grand-Bassam.

UNESCO Sites

Grand-Bassam.

Annual Tourist Visits

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Tourism Overview

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Top Tourist Attractions

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Famous Cities

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National Parks

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Protected Areas

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Best Time to Visit

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Tourist Visa Info

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Visa Requirements Overview

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Travel Advisory

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Healthcare

Healthcare Quality

The healthcare quality index is moderate.

Medical Cost

Medical costs vary depending on the service and location.

Number of Hospitals

There are numerous hospitals and clinics across the country.

Universal Healthcare

Ivory Coast aims for universal health coverage. Current system faces challenges in access and quality.

Medical Services Overview

Medical services are available in major cities and towns; rural areas may have limited access.

Emergency Medical Access

Emergency medical services are available, but response times may vary.

Emergency & Safety

Emergency Number (Police)

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Emergency Number (Ambulance)

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Emergency Number (Fire)

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Crime Rate

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Safety Index

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Military Expenditure

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Emergency Services Overview

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Safety Overview

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Military Branches

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Infrastructure

Electricity Access

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Water Access

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Sanitation Access

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Railways

Limited railway network, primarily for freight transport.

Roadways

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Transportation System

Includes road networks, with improvements underway. Public transport such as buses and taxis are available in urban areas.

AirportsSource: OurAirports

Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport (ABJ), Yamoussoukro International Airport (ASK), Bouaké Airport (BYK), Daloa Airport (DJO), Korhogo Airport (HGO), Man Airport (MJC)

Ports

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Public Transit

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Technology & Communication

Internet Penetration (%)Source: World Bank: Individuals using the Internet (% of population) (2024)Checked September 29, 2026

41.43#167 of 211

Mobile Subscriptions (per 100)

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Tech Startups

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Innovation Index

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ICT Development Index

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TV Broadcast Stations

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Radio Broadcast Stations

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Plug Type & Voltage

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CO2 Emissions (t per capita)Source: World Bank: Carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions excluding LULUCF per capita (t CO2e/capita) (2024)Checked September 29, 2026

0.59#154 of 202

Air Quality Index

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Water Pollution Level

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Renewable Energy Usage

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Environmental Issues

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Natural Hazards

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Waste Management

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Environmental Agreements

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UN MembershipSource: REST Countries

Yes

Diplomatic Missions

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International OrganizationsSource: REST Countries

African Union

Major Treaties

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Visa-Free Countries

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