ElectricityElectrical current is 220 volts, 50Hz. Plug types in
use are round pin attachment plugs or round pin plugs and
receptacles with male grounding pin. LanguageThe official language of Ivory Coast is French but more
than 60 native dialects are spoken. TippingA service charge is usually added to hotel and restaurant bills
in Ivory Coast. Where it is not, a tip of 10-15% is acceptable.
Taxi drivers usually expect 10%. Safety InformationSince the highly-contested elections earlier in 2011, the
political situation in Ivory Coast is volatile and demonstrations
can occur unexpectedly between supporters of the rival presidential
candidates. Take care in public places and avoid crowds. Most
governments advise against unnecessary travel to the Ivory Coast at
present due to the potential for unpredictable unrest. If, despite
this advice visitors decide to travel to the Ivory Coast, careful
personal security arrangements should be made due to high levels of
anti-western sentiment. Violent crime is on the increase, including
armed break-ins, car jackings, muggings and hold-ups in
restaurants. Evening rush hour on Abidjan's Charles de Gaulle
Bridge is particularly dangerous. Visitors should be meticulous in
respecting the numerous army and police roadblocks. Police and
security forces can be excitable and undisciplined. Particular care
should be taken in the north and west of the country, where there
have been frequent clashes. All travel to the 18 Montagnes and
Moyen Cavally regions should be avoided. In the area between
Duékoué and Odienne, armed elements are often under the influence
of drink or drugs, which makes them particularly unpredictable. Be
aware of con-men and touts when arriving at Abidjan airport. The
bridges crossing the lagoon in Abidjan should be avoided by those
on foot. Taxis, except for metered orange taxis in Abidjan, are
risky and often unroadworthy. Buses are overcrowded and best
avoided. Sea bathing is dangerous as strong sea currents a
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