Everything Everywhere Daily Ivory Coast /Côte d'Ivoire
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Sep 4, 2025 Explore the rich culture and agricultural significance of the Ivory Coast, especially its cacao production. Delve into the country's history, including its vital role in the Trans-Saharan Trade and the rise of powerful empires. Discover the complexities of French colonial rule and the resistance it sparked. The podcast also examines the post-colonial journey, highlighting the influence of Hufet-Bonnie and the ensuing political challenges. Revel in the unique blend of history and contemporary issues that shape this vibrant West African nation.
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Agriculture Powers Yet Strains The Country
- Côte d'Ivoire is small but agriculturally dominant, with 65% of land farmed and cacao as its top export.
- The country is highly biodiverse yet suffers one of the fastest deforestation rates in the world.
Trade Routes Shaped Early Power
- Early history ties the region into trans-Saharan trade and Sudanic empires like Ghana and Mali.
- These connections brought Islam and commercial networks that shaped later states in the Ivory Coast.
Kong Empire As A Learning Hub
- The Kong Empire arose in the 18th century and became an Islamic center of learning in the northeast.
- It remained decentralized, relying on trade and military alliances rather than a strong central state.