Ivory Coast imports over 90% of Eid livestock from crisis-hit Sahel countries.
Ivory Coast relies on livestock from crisis-hit Sahel for Eid celebrations. At a market in Abidjan, hundreds of animals are prepared for sacrifice during the Muslim festival. Over 90% of the livestock consumed during Eid in Ivory Coast comes from Sahel countries, including Burkina Faso and Mali. The situation highlights the challenges of relying on imports from regions facing crises and security issues.
June 15, 2024
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