Ivory Coast's Simone Gbagbo, from first lady to presidential challenger
Simone Ehivet Gbagbo, designated candidate of the Movement of Capable Generations (MGC) for the upcoming October 2025 presidential election, speaks at a rally of a coalition of political parties calling for political dialogue with the government to ensure an inclusive and peaceful election. PHOTO/ REUTERS
Simone Gbagbo played a leading role during the tumultuous tenure of former President Laurent Gbagbo, which was marked by civil war from 2002 to 2007 and again after the 2010 election.
