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flag Ivory Coast’s president, Alassane Ouattara, is poised to win a fourth term amid opposition disqualifications, mass arrests, and low turnout fears.

flag Incumbent Alassane Ouattara, 83, is the strong favorite to win a fourth term as Ivory Coast’s president in the October 22, 2025, election, following the disqualification of major opposition figures Laurent Gbagbo and Tidjane Thiam over legal and citizenship issues. flag With only four opposition candidates on the ballot—none from major parties or with significant resources—Ouattara’s ruling RHDP faces little competition. flag Authorities have deployed 44,000 security forces, banned rallies, arrested over 700 people, and imposed prison sentences amid fears of violence, resulting in at least three deaths. flag Voter turnout is uncertain, particularly in southern and western regions where opposition supporters may boycott the vote. flag While the government highlights economic growth and security, critics say benefits are uneven and living costs are rising.

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