Côte d’Ivoire’s very first archaeological museum has been inaugurated in Ahouaty (Taabo Department) by the Minister of Culture and Francophonie, Françoise Remarck.
“The construction of this museum is the first step in a broader project to create the National Center for Archaeology, which will position Côte d’Ivoire as a leading reference on the continent in this field, and as a pioneer in the sub-region,” said Françoise Remarck.
According to her, the future national center will serve as a scientific, educational, and touristic space, designed to house archaeological artifacts that have until now been scattered or precariously stored.
Highlighting Switzerland’s contribution to the construction of the museum, the Minister expressed her gratitude to the Swiss Federal Councillor for her presence and her country’s support.
She also extended her thanks to Ivoire Hydro Energy (IHE), whose CEO Alain Ekolan Etty explained that the museum project was born from the discovery of archaeological remains during the construction of the Singrobo-Ahouaty hydroelectric dam, and the desire to preserve them.
Welcoming the choice of his region as the site of the museum, Mr. Dimba emphasized that it will help boost tourism development and, as a result, contribute to the economic growth of the region.
The museum’s first wing was inaugurated one year after the groundbreaking ceremony, on a site provided by IHE.
