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Ivory Coast: In Abidjan’s Yopougon district, residents want ‘peace’ above all else

From our correspondent in Abidjan – In the Abidjan district of Yopougon, a historic stronghold of former Ivorian president Laurent Gbagbo, some residents reject politics, which they see as a divisive force. Others have decided to get involved, convinced that an alternative to President Alassane Ouattara, who is seeking a fourth term in office, is possible.

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