Ivory Coast's Government Dissolves Electoral Commission Amidst Criticisms

The Ivory Coast government has disbanded the Independent Electoral Commission following criticisms regarding its election management. The move is aimed at establishing a new election system to restore public trust. Past allegations questioned the commission's independence and inclusiveness in managing Ivory Coast's election processes.

In a significant political development, the Ivorian government has dissolved the Independent Electoral Commission (CEI), responding to ongoing criticisms related to its handling of elections, according to government spokesperson Amadou Coulibaly.

The decision, announced during a news briefing after a cabinet meeting, seeks to facilitate the establishment of a new framework to manage elections, set to restore public faith in the electoral process and ensure peaceful polling in future elections.

This action follows Ivory Coast's October 2025 presidential election, which saw President Alassane Ouattara's controversial victory. The CEI, criticized for lacking independence, faces replacement discussions within the government.