The following report highlights major political news in Cote d’Ivoire from 8 to 16 March. This edition focuses on media watchdog blaming a privately owned website over “hate speech,” the arrest of 26 opposition activists, and the ruling coalition seeking to unite with the opposition Democratic Party of Cote d’Ivoire (PDCI), among others. The report includes background information to add context where needed. The news items are presented in chronological order.
