Claims of a postponed fourth term for President Alassane Ouattara, alleged secret calls with French President Emmanuel Macron and accusations of electoral fraud involving minors have all surfaced ahead of Ivory Coast's 2025 presidential election — yet each of these narratives across social media platforms is demonstrably false.

Experts warn that disinformation is not only distorting facts and public perception in the West African country, but also contributing to broader geopolitical narratives, including allegations of foreign influence and regional power struggles.

DW Fact check examines how disinformation is fueling political tensions and undermining institutional credibility.