Cote D'Ivoire
Côte d’Ivoire — Festivals and Events
Festivals in the Ivory Coast are often a celebration of cultural traditions. With a good number of the population adhering to the Muslim faith, religious events related to Islamic beliefs are widely observed. Ivoirians also celebrate different kinds of historic holidays, many of which are characterized by festive parades and colorful performances.
Overview of Cote d'Ivoire
Officially name: Republic of Côte d'Ivoire
Capital: Yamoussoukro
Largest city: Abidjan
Official language: French
Government: Semi-presidential republic
Education in Ivory Coast
Education in Ivory Coast continues to face many challenges. The literacy rate for adults remains low: in 2000, it was estimated that only 48.7% of the total population was literate (60.8% of males and 38.6% of females).