
In Côte d’Ivoire, Laurent Gbagbo, the esteemed president of the African Peoples’ Party – Côte d’Ivoire (PPA-CI), recently presided over the closing ceremony of his party’s inaugural congress. Held in Abidjan on May 15, 2026, this significant gathering highlights the former head of state’s continuous engagement and strategic positioning within the nation’s dynamic political landscape, signaling renewed momentum for the PPA-CI.