Today marks Independence Day in Ivory Coast .

The day is celebrated annually on August 7th to commemorate the country's liberation from France in 1960.

The official ceremony to mark the day will take place in Bouaké with cultural activities, lively performances, parades and other festivities expected to take place.

To discuss this further is International relations expert, Dr Charles Sinkala...

Today marks Independence Day in Ivory Coast .
The day is celebrated annually on August 7th to commemorate the country's liberation from France in 1960.
The official ceremony to mark the day will take place in Bouak&eacute; with cultural activities, lively performances, parades and other festivities expected to take place.
To discuss this further is International relations expert, Dr Charles Sinkala...