Ivory Coast President Takes Drastic Measures: Prime Minister Removed, Government Dissolved

Ivory Coast President Alassane Ouattara has removed Prime Minister Patrick Achi and dissolved the government, with plans to form a new government ahead of the next presidential elections in two years. The decision was expected after Ouattara informed the government of an upcoming reshuffle. Achi had previously resigned in April 2022 but was immediately reappointed. The ruling party, RHDP, is favored for the 2025 elections after winning the majority in recent local elections. Ouattara has not yet announced if he will run for a fourth term.