The Guide
From The Report: Cote d'Ivoire 2018
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The guide contains information on some of the leading hotels in Côte d’Ivoire and contact details for government ministries, embassies and business services, alongside useful tips for first-time or regular visitors.

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Local flavour: A glimpse into one of the country’s most vibrant communes
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In the north-west of Abidjan lies Côte d’Ivoire’s most populous commune, Yopougon, or Yop-city, as it is often referred to by locals. One of Abidjan’s 13 communes, it is home to nearly 2m people, according to the most recent official census in 2014, which is roughly one-quarter of Abidjan’s total population. Separated from the rest of the city by the Ebrié Lagoon to the south and the Banco Forest to the north-east, its only direct land connection to the rest of Abidjan is a worn-out…

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Where to unwind:
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SOFITEL ABIDJAN HOTEL IVOIRE Boulevard Hassan II - 08 BP 01 T: (225) 22 48 26 26 F: (225) 22 44 65 18 www.sofitel.com H8844@sofitel.com Rooms: 423 rooms, suites and apartments. Business & Conference Facilities: 19 conference, banquet and meeting rooms Health & Leisure Facilities: Pool, fitness centre, spa, tennis courts. Guest Services: Pressing, Wi-Fi, parking, boutiques, beauty centre, baby bed or crib on-demand. Wining & Dining: Bar, restaurant. IVOTEL Rue Gourgas Plateau…

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Facts for visitors: Useful tips for business and leisure travellers
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Etiquette Business etiquette is similar to that of France. A handshake is appropriate for both men and women when first meeting someone new. When a woman meets someone for the second time, three kisses on the cheek are an appropriate greeting. Before discussing business, it is polite to break the ice by discussing family, health or the weather. Religion Muslims make up roughly 42.9% of the population, Christians – mostly Roman Catholics – comprise 33.9%, while 3.6% are thought to be…

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Facts for visitors: Useful tips for business and leisure travellers
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Etiquette Business etiquette is similar to that of France. A handshake is appropriate for both men and women when first meeting someone new. When a woman meets someone for the second time, three kisses on the cheek are an appropriate greeting. Before discussing business, it is polite to break the ice by discussing family, health or the weather. Religion Muslims make up roughly 42.9% of the population, Christians – mostly Roman Catholics – comprise 33.9%, while 3.6% are thought to be…