Voter Turnout: Voter turnout in Côte d’Ivoire has fluctuated across election cycles, reflecting both political engagement and periods of tension. In the 2025 presidential election, turnout was around 50%, amounting to more total votes cast than in 2020, where turnout was 53.9%. Although the percentage dropped slightly, the increased number of voters demonstrates rising participation linked to demographic growth and expanded voter registration. Turnout trends often mirror the political climate, with higher engagement occurring when elections are competitive and public trust in the process is stronger.

Registered Voters: Côte d’Ivoire’s voter register continues to expand, with over 8.5 million registered voters recorded ahead of the 2025 elections. A significant 943,157 people registered for the first time during the most recent revision, while over half a million updated their information. This steady growth is driven by population increases, civic education campaigns, and administrative improvements in biometric registration. The size and accuracy of the voter register are critical for credible elections, as they determine the inclusiveness and representativeness of the electoral process.

Age/Youth: Youth constitute one of the most influential voter groups in Côte d’Ivoire, with a large portion of new registrants being young first-time voters. Their priorities such as employment, stability, and political change, shape electoral discourse and influence campaign strategies. Although official turnout data by age bracket is limited, media and observer reports consistently highlight strong youth interest in elections, suggesting that younger voters are increasingly assertive in demanding accountability and long-term development commitments from political leaders.

Gender: Gender distribution within the electorate is relatively balanced, with women making up about 48% of registered voters and men 52%. However, turnout data shows that women often participate at slightly lower rates than men. Côte d’Ivoire has introduced measures such as a 30% quota for women on candidate lists in multi-member constituencies to improve women’s political representation. Despite this progress, challenges such as limited political space, socio-economic barriers, and cultural expectations continue to affect women’s full participation in the electoral process.

Other Groups: Several other demographic groups play important roles in elections, including persons with disabilities, who number over 11,000 on the electoral roll. Their inclusion reflects efforts to enhance accessibility, though turnout and political engagement among them remain areas needing improvement. Additionally, civil society networks, youth associations, and local community organizations contribute significantly to voter mobilization and electoral transparency. These groups help broaden participation, support civic education, and ensure that elections better reflect the diversity of the Ivorian population.