Thousands of families evicted in Abidjan remain in need
What are the details of the evictions in Abidjan?
- Tens of thousands evicted since January 2024 from Gesco, Boribana, Banco 1, and Abattoir
- Measures announced in March 2024 to be urgently implemented
- Rights of evicted people must be guaranteed by Ivorian authorities
What challenges have the evicted families faced?
- Evictions without proper notice or consultation
- Loss of homes, livelihoods, and access to education
- Families in need of rehousing and compensation
How has the government responded?
- Support measures announced in March 2024
- Concerns raised by Amnesty International regarding human rights obligations
- Lack of census data on affected individuals
Amnesty International continues to monitor the situation and calls for urgent action to protect and support the affected families in Abidjan.
Source: www.amnesty.org