The rhdp: charting Côte d’Ivoire’s political journey
In Côte d’Ivoire, the Rally of Houphouëtists for Democracy and Peace (RHDP) stands as a formidable political entity, deeply interwoven with the nation’s history. Its trajectory reflects the influence of towering figures in Ivorian politics, from the foundational legacy of Félix Houphouët-Boigny to the contemporary leadership of Alassane Ouattara. The Ivorian political landscape has also been shaped by the significant roles played by leaders such as Henri Konan Bédié and Laurent Gbagbo, whose actions and alliances have defined various eras within West Africa’s vibrant democracy.
