Ivory Coast presidential election: Alassane Ouattara remains in suspense

Posted on August 7, 2024

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The municipality of Grand-Bassam welcomes the commemorations of the 64th anniversary of the independence of Côte d’Ivoire on 7 June this year. Alassane Ouattara Last night he delivered his traditional speech, which was broadcast on television. Although the head of state knows that people are eagerly awaiting the question of his possible presidential candidacy Next He never mentioned the deadline for the October 2025 presidential election, leaving his political future somewhat uncertain.

‘Special bonus’ for retirees

On June 18, Speech to MembersThe President detailed his achievements and the country’s prospects, especially the economic outlook. ” none Looking back at all the progress achieved at the economic and social levels, I would like to recall in particular that our goal remains to improve the daily lives and living conditions of all our compatriots. The economic performance we have recorded must benefit everyone. This is the goal of our “Solidarity of Côte d’Ivoire” plan. Does he have This time it’s easier to recall.

Among his several announcements was the creation of a “special bonus” for retirees in the public and private sectors. Every September 1, they will receive “an amount equal to one-third of their monthly pension.” Alassane Ouattara also asked the Prime Minister, Robert Beaugre Mambe,”continue effort And accelerate the implementation of projects within the framework of the updated plan to increase efficiency in responding to the high cost of living, which is a serious problem that countries around the world, especially in Africa, are unfortunately facing.”

Housing “for the less fortunate”

Another topic, which is extremely sensitive at the moment have Abidjan: Housing. For several months, the authorities have been working on implementing Policies to combat “urban chaos” In the economic capital, “evictions” from very unstable neighborhoods are increasing.

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“I have instructed the government to take all necessary measures. accelerate and finalize the compensation for the families affected by the release of rights of way as part of the road works to the fourth bridge, in line with our practice in the implementation of development projects,” Alassane Ouattara announced earlier, expressing condolences to the families of the victims Newest flood.

“This situation shows us how important it is for everyone to have access to housing and to own property, regardless of their income level. That is why, drawing on the lessons learned from previous programmes, the reform of the social housing programme has made it possible to integrate more flexible ways of acquiring property and meaning A stronger State, especially in the search for more appropriate funding. The new mechanism created will be able to benefit primarily those of our less fortunate compatriots who, without State assistance, cannot get decent housing,” the President said.

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The last announcement, this time of a legal nature, included ” grace About 2,400 common-law prisoners convicted of minor crimes were given the right to vote for the presidency. » Yet, not a word is said about the “case” Laurent GbagboThe former president was removed from the electoral list following his conviction by an Ivorian court, where he hopes to be granted amnesty so he can run for president. Next president.