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Ivory Coast Heritage Sites Face Threats Despite Discoveries

First article: 24 mar. 2026, 14:54 | Last update: 24 mar. 2026, 14:54 | 1 source | 1 article

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Ivory Coast's cultural heritage is under increasing threat, despite recent archaeological discoveries that highlight the country's rich history. These threats range from illegal logging and agricultural encroachment to poaching and lack of adequate resources for site management and protection. The situation is further complicated by political instability and limited awareness among local communities about the importance of preserving these sites for future generations. Urgent action is needed to safeguard these invaluable cultural assets.

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France 24 24 mar. 2026, 14:54 (2 hours ago) Good

Ivory Coast heritage sites under threat despite significant discoveries

In the Ivory Coast, archaeologists are sounding the alarm as coastal heritage sites are threatened by urbanisation and soil exploitation. These areas have no special protection despite significant artefacts being uncovered during earlier excavations - later halted due to a lack of funding. FRANCE 24's team reports from the ground

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