Ivory Coast’s government has formally resigned, clearing the way for a new cabinet following last month’s legislative elections in which the ruling RHDP party won more than 75% of parliamentary seats. President Alassane Ouattara accepted the resignation on January 7, two months after securing a fourth presidential term with nearly 90% of the vote. Despite the shake-up, major changes are not expected, as most ministers were comfortably elected to parliament and are likely to be reappointed. The outgoing cabinet will continue managing daily affairs until a new government is named, expected by the end of January.
In remarks to ministers, Ouattara emphasized that the election results reflected strong public support but called on his team to accelerate development projects and improve living conditions for Ivorians. Attention is also turning to key appointments, including the election of a new National Assembly speaker and the potential naming of a vice president, next in line for succession. At 84 years old, Ouattara has begun what is expected to be his final term under the current constitution.
