HISTORIC TIMELINE

1843French Protectorate Established

Ivory Coast became a protectorate of France, marking the beginning of foreign dominance.

1893Consolidation as French Colony

Ivory Coast was officially consolidated as a French colony amid the Scramble for Africa.

1960Independence Achieved

Ivory Coast gained independence from France, led by Félix Houphouët-Boigny.

1999Coup d'État

A coup d'état occurred, marking the beginning of political instability in Ivory Coast.

2002First Civil War

The first civil war broke out, lasting until 2007 and exacerbating internal conflicts.

2010Second Civil War

The second civil war erupted, continuing until 2011, following disputed elections.

2016New Constitution Adopted

Ivory Coast adopted a new constitution to strengthen its governance structure.