Ivorian

Ivorian refers to anything related to Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast), a country located in West Africa. The term applies to the nation's people, culture, language, cuisine, and other aspects of Ivorian society. Côte d'Ivoire gained independence from France in 1960 and has since developed a rich cultural identity influenced by both indigenous traditions and colonial history.

The Ivorian population consists of approximately 26 million people belonging to various ethnic groups, with the largest being the Akan, Krou, and Mandé peoples. French serves as the official language, though numerous local languages are spoken throughout the country. Major cities include Abidjan, the economic capital and largest city, and Yamoussoukro, the political capital.

Ivorian culture is known for its vibrant music scene, particularly genres like zouglou and coupé-décalé, which have gained international recognition. Traditional art forms include wood carving, textile weaving, and mask making. The country's cuisine features staples such as attiéké (cassava-based dish), rice, plantains, and various fish and meat preparations seasoned with local spices.

Economically, Côte d'Ivoire is one of Africa's leading producers of cocoa, coffee, and palm oil. The agricultural sector employs a significant portion of the population, though the country has been working to diversify its economy. The nation also possesses substantial offshore oil and gas reserves.

Politically, Côte d'Ivoire has experienced periods of instability, including a civil conflict from 2002 to 2007 and a disputed presidential election in 2010. However, the country has made significant progress toward stability and democratic governance in recent years under President Alassane Ouattara's leadership.

The term "Ivorian" is used both as an adjective and demonym, distinguishing the country and its people from the broader term "Ivory Coast," which refers specifically to the colonial-era name of the territory.