Civil society and opposition in Ivory Coast urge shutdowns and boycotts as Alassane Ouattara seeks fourth term in presidential polls.

By Alain Ahimou

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Abidjan, Ivory Coast – In the working-class neighbourhood of Yopougon in Abidjan, at the famous Sapeurs-Pompiers crossroad, the aroma of grilled chicken and fish wafts through the air, as food stalls compete for attention along a stretch of lively local eateries.