Ivory Coast

Cote d'Ivoire is ethnically diverse, with many groups and a large population of immigrants from neighboring countries drawn by its economy — a source of past tension. French is the official language.

Religious life is split among Muslims (the largest group, strong in the north), Christians (in the south), and traditional believers.

Society

Cote d'Ivoire has a young, fast-growing population and rising incomes, recovering from conflict to become a regional economic leader, though development is uneven.