Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé inaugurates 14th Abidjan Performing Arts Market (MASA)

Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé officially opened the 14th edition of the Abidjan Performing Arts Market MASA on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at the Palais de la Culture in Abidjan-Treichville. Morocco is the guest of honor country, with Brazil as the special guest country. The opening ceremony featured captivating performances from Morocco and Brazil, alongside an intense and moving artistic and choreographic display by the National Ballet of Côte d'Ivoire, led by choreographer Georges Momboye. The Prime Minister highlighted MASA's significance as a crucial event for promoting African talent, stating it brings together Ivorian and international creative minds from all continents to showcase the most precious aspects of each culture. Françoise Remarck, Minister of Culture and Francophonie, noted that this edition reaffirms Côte d'Ivoire's cultural influence on the global stage. Abou Kamaté, Director General of MASA, announced a program of 99 shows, including 60 groups from 28 countries for the Market and 39 groups from 23 countries for the festival, covering music, dance, theater, slam, humor, storytelling, puppetry, and street arts. MASA 2026 runs from April 11 to 18, under the theme "Performing Arts in Africa: a tool for economic and social integration."