Ivory Coast, officially known as the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire, gained independence from France on August 7, 1960. whom had added the Ivory Coast to the French West Africa.
One of the key leaders in Ivory Coast’s journey to independence was Félix Houphouët-Boigny. He o played a critical role in independence from France and served as the country’s first President after independence.
Independence Day in Ivory Coast is celebrated annually on August 7th.
