Côte d'Ivoire launches land mediation unit to secure the sector

sport Côte d'Ivoire

Hervé Renard's first words as new football coach

Hervé Renard has given his first statements as the new football coach, as reported by Abidjan.net TV on Thursday, August 6, 2026. This announcement comes amidst other football news, including Mohamed Salah's arrival in Turkey to join Trabzonspor, and the qualification of Rebecca Elloh, Sylviane Kokora, and captain Amani Kakounan for the quarterfinals of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations. The Côte d'Ivoire women's team secured a 2-1 victory against Tanzania to advance, following an earlier 2-2 draw with South Africa. Additionally, Zinedine Zidane presented his vision for the French national team, describing it as a continuation and a dream. Other sports headlines include Real Madrid's recruitment of Yan Diomandé for €140 million, and Christ Inao Oulai's impressive start at Fiorentina.

Abidjan.net1 hour ago4 min

sport Côte d'Ivoire

Real Madrid signs Yan Diomandé for €140 million

Real Madrid has completed the signing of 19-year-old Ivorian international Yan Diomandé from RB Leipzig for €140 million, including bonuses. Diomandé, who was the revelation of last season's Bundesliga, had initially been expected to join Paris Saint-Germain after an agreement was reached on a five-year contract. However, Real Madrid intervened, securing the transfer for €125 million plus €15 million in bonuses, with €10 million of these easily achievable. The former Leganés player has signed a contract with Real Madrid until June 30, 2033, making him the most expensive player in the club's history, surpassing Jude Bellingham. Diomandé's single season at RB Leipzig saw him score 12 goals and provide 8 assists in the Bundesliga, attracting interest from top European clubs like Liverpool and PSG. He becomes the first Ivorian player to join Real Madrid, the most expensive African player in football history, and enters the top 10 most costly transfers globally.

Abidjan.net2 hours ago9 min

politics Côte d'Ivoire

Ivorian government allocates 42 billion FCFA for partial financing of 4,300 social and economic housing units

The Ivorian Council of Ministers ratified a loan agreement totaling 42 billion FCFA on August 5, 2026, to partially fund the construction of 4,300 social and economic housing units across Côte d'Ivoire. This includes phase 4, which will deliver 840 homes in Bouaké along with associated social infrastructure. Government spokesperson Amadou Coulibaly detailed that the project encompasses 2,360 units in Abidjan, 420 in Yamoussoukro, and 1,520 in Bouaké. It also involves developing three sites spanning approximately 30 hectares, enhancing access to basic social services for the population, and promoting innovative housing access methods for low-income households.

Abidjan.net10 hours ago8 min

Côte d'Ivoire launches land mediation unit to secure the sector

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