Abidjan, 05 juil 2026 – A fresh political entity, aptly named Alternative Crédible (ACR), was introduced to the media by its leaders on Saturday, July 4, 2026, during a press conference held in Grand-Bassam. This new movement aims to present a distinct political offering to the nation.

During the event, Oxyde Tano, who also serves as the national executive secretary for ACR, served as the primary speaker. He meticulously outlined the foundational principles, ambitious goals, and overarching vision of this emerging political force, positioning it as a direct response to Côte d’Ivoire’s pressing socio-economic and democratic challenges.

Tano elaborated that this initiative took root on December 1, 2025, stemming from the collective will of men, women, and young people from diverse backgrounds. Their shared determination is to pioneer a fresh approach to political engagement within Côte d’Ivoire.

According to Tano, the establishment of ACR is grounded in a widely acknowledged observation: despite its considerable human and natural wealth, Côte d’Ivoire continues to grapple with numerous difficulties. These include the escalating cost of living, rampant youth unemployment, persistent social inequalities, deficiencies in public services, and deep-seated social divisions.

As a self-declared left-leaning political movement, ACR asserts its commitment to placing human well-being at the core of its endeavors. Its overarching vision is to forge a Côte d’Ivoire that is “just, prosperous, reconciled, democratic, solidary, and profoundly respectful of the rule of law.”

Operating under the compelling slogan, “Demain se décide aujourd’hui” (Tomorrow is decided today), ACR intends to champion a style of governance built on transparency, open dialogue, and an unwavering pursuit of the general interest. In the long term, the party aspires to unite the nation’s vital forces around a credible political blueprint, thereby contributing to the development of a more efficient state, a more inclusive economy, and a more equitable society.

ACR’s leadership detailed the principal pillars of their political agenda. These encompass critical areas such as youth employment and entrepreneurship, enhancing the educational system, ensuring access to quality healthcare, modernizing agriculture, bolstering the security of individuals and property, promoting women’s empowerment, combating the high cost of living, fostering economic development, safeguarding the environment, and strengthening national unity.

Oxyde Tano affirmed ACR’s readiness for dialogue with all political and social entities that share its core values of peace, democracy, social justice, and development. He provided assurance that particular attention would be directed towards the youth, women, workers, economic operators, students, and the Ivorian diaspora.

The national executive secretary further announced the movement’s official public launch, scheduled for August in Cocody. During this significant event, ACR’s president, Bamba Abou, is set to formally unveil the movement’s political vision and the key strategic directions of its program.

Leading up to this ceremony, a series of preparatory activities are planned across the entire territory. These include awareness campaigns, general assemblies, the establishment of local coordination bodies, and national mobilization and membership drives.

“The time has arrived to embark on a new chapter in our history,” concluded Oxyde Tano, reiterating ACR’s steadfast ambition to contribute to building a Côte d’Ivoire that is “more just, stronger, and more prosperous.”