Journal D'Abidjan

https://www.jda.ci/
Journal d’Abidjan is a French‑language digital newsroom based in Ivory Coast’s economic capital. It reports daily on Abidjan and national affairs, combining straight news with service pieces that help readers navigate public life. Coverage spans politics and public policy, society, the economy and business, education, health, culture and sport, with additional reporting on regional and international developments. A city‑first lens runs through its journalism. Political coverage follows major milestones and party activity during electoral cycles, while society and governance desks track court communiqués, policing, transport and civic regulations. Its economy pages spotlight public investment and infrastructure, exemplified by reporting on SOTRA fleet modernization and fare information relied on by commuters. Service journalism is a recurring thread, from explainers on nationwide recruitment competitions to updates on school exams and academic calendars. Technology and security stories examine state efforts against cybercrime and online abuse. Beyond daily dispatches, Journal d’Abidjan publishes longer “dossiers,” debates and opinion columns, photo galleries, and profiles that highlight entrepreneurs and cultural figures. A live “info en continu” stream surfaces short updates throughout the day, keeping readers current between longer reads. The outlet’s mix of breaking news, explanatory context and practical guidance positions it as a useful reference for residents who want timely, locally anchored coverage of how decisions at City Hall and in national institutions affect everyday life in Abidjan.

Source: Code for Africa

Last updated date: July 2026

Location:
Abidjan, Ivory Coast
Year the organization started publishing:
2016
Languages:
No information available
Type of coverage:
National

Content

Editorial coverage:
Generalist, focused on multiple topics
Type of content produced by theme:
Science
Education
Environment
Politics
Sports
Journalism genres:
Interviews and reporting
Information services
Journalism coverage types and techniques:
Breaking news
Live coverage of events
Tech platforms and other mediums used:
Social media platforms
Podcast
Twitter
Facebook

Audience and reach

Social media audience

Facebook number of followers:
15,000
Twitter number of followers:
133

Management and team

Founders

Female:
1
Male:
1
Founders:
Ouakaltio Ouattara
Directors:

Team

Full-time employees:
0
Part-time employees:
0
Freelancers or consultants:
0
Volunteers:
0

Business structure and revenue sources

Organization tax status:
Non-profit

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