In a recent wave of demolitions in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, hundreds of homes have been destroyed, leaving residents homeless and uncertain about their future. The government claims the demolitions are necessary due to public health concerns, citing deadly floods and disease outbreaks in the underdeveloped areas along the lagoon.
The demolitions have primarily targeted impoverished suburbs in the Gesco and Sebroko districts, affecting an estimated hundreds of thousands of residents. Families have been evicted without prior notice or compensation, sparking outrage and protests from affected individuals and rights groups.
