Tag Archives: Abidjan

22Jan/24

Meet Legend and Glory with TECNO: 1000 Luminous Drones Enchant The Opening Ceremony Day of the 34th AFCON

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On January 13, the 34th African Cup of Nations (AFCON) kicked off with a spectacular opening ceremony in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. TECNO, the official sponsor of the 34th AFCON, made history with its stunning display of technology and art, featuring a first-ever choreographed show of 1,000 luminous drones in the African continent. Continue reading

03Jan/24

Africa Cup of Nations showcases the continent’s finest footballers – and China’s economic clout

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Simon Chadwick, SKEMA Business School and Chris Toronyi, Loughborough University

When the Africa Cup of Nations begins on January 13, the opening match between Guinea Bissau and the hosts, Ivory Coast, will be played at the Alassane Ouattara Stadium in Abidjan. The state-of-the-art venue is one of six stadiums being used during the football tournament.

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