Ivory Coast has a population of 27,481,086 as of 2020.
Size
322,461 sq km / 124,503 sq mi (roughly the size of New Mexico)
Capital City
The capital city of Abidjan is the largest city and the chief port in the nation. Yamoussoukro became the administrative capital in 1983.
Ethnic Groups
28.9% Akan 16.1% Voltaique or Gur 14.5% Northern Mande 8.5% Kru 6.9% Southern Mande 25.1% Other
Religion
42.9% Muslim 17.2% Catholic 111.8% Evangelical 4.9% Other Christian 23.2% Other / Nonreligious
Languages
French
There are over 60 dialects spoken in Ivory Coast with Dioula being the most prevalent.
Geography
Ivory Coast is a coastal west African country mostly made up of flat lands, with the exception of Mount Nimba having an elevation of 5,748 feet.
Economy
Ivory Coast economy has experienced huge growth in recent years. Agriculture is the backbone of the economy. They are the world’s largest supplier of cocoa.
Interesting Fact
Ivory Coast is home to one of the last virgin rainforests left in Africa and is home to the pygmy hippopotamus.
Important Facts
Ivory Coast has a history with ancient kingdoms rich in culture. In 1893, Ivory Coast became a colony of France but gained its independence on August 7, 1960.
