FEMUA 2025: THE ABIDJAN PORT, A KEY PARTNER ATTENDS THE OPENING CEREMONY

Autres Monday 02 June 2025

On Tuesday, April 15, 2025, the Abidjan Port Authority (PAA), as a historic partner, took part in the opening ceremony of the 17th edition of the Anoumabo Urban Music Festival (FEMUA) 2025, an emblematic cultural event celebrating Africa’s rich musical and artistic diversity.

The ceremony was, held in a festive atmosphere at the National Institute for Youth and Sports (INJS) in Marcory, in the the presence of the Vice-President of the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire, H.E. Tiémoko Meyliet KONÉ, High Patron of the 2025 edition. Also in attendance were several government members, including the Minister of Culture and Francophonie, Mrs. Françoise REMARCK; the Minister of Transport, Mr. Amadou KONÉ; other ministers, diplomatic officials, figures from the political and cultural spheres, traditional leaders, and a large delegation from the guest of honor country, Guinea.

The participation of PAA in this socio-cultural event, held under the theme "Civic Responsibility and Road Safety," demonstrates its commitment to supporting cultural initiatives and strengthening ties between the maritime sector and the local community. On this occasion, the Managing Director of PAA, Mr. Hien Yacouba SIÉ, was represented by the Director of Digital Information Systems, Mr. Macky SANGARÉ.

In his welcoming remarks, Mr. Salif TRAORÉ, known as A’Salfo, lead singer of the Group Magic System and General Commissioner of FEMUA, expressed his gratitude for the unwavering support of the partners who contribute to the growing reputation of the festival over the years and support communities through social initiatives, such as the construction of a school at each edition.

Expressing his satisfaction with the choice of theme for this edition, which will run from April 15 to 20, 2025, Mr. Amadou KONÉ emphasized that FEMUA offers an opportunity to strengthen awareness of road safety and civic responsibility. According to him, the theme is particularly relevant in a context where road accidents are a major concern.

FEMUA 2025 is distinguished by its decentralized nature, with events scheduled not only in Abidjan but also in Daloa, thereby reaching a broader audience and promoting musical culture across Côte d’Ivoire.

Artistic performances and dances enriched the opening ceremony, which concluded with the symbolic laying of the foundation stone for the Magic System School to be built in Gonaté, in the Haut Sassandra Region. This action was performed by Vice-President H.E. Tiémoko Meyliet KONÉ.