Due to civil unrest in Cote d’Ivoire, it was highly suggested to James that he should not visit this particular country.
In 1893, Cote d’Ivoire became a French Colony and in 1960, it became completely independent of France. Though it was always considered the Ivory Coast by the Western World, in 1985, the country requested that Cote d’Ivoire be used officially.
In the 80’s, the country went into some economical crisis and in 1999 and 2001, there were two coups d’tats and a civil war. Currently, there are still possible unrest over the recent election. Indeed, thousands of refugees have already fled since then.
Thanks to God that James was able to fly over this area for four hours and not get shot down.
