Explosion Of Violence Hits Ivory Coast Capital

by Ofeibea Quist-Arcton, NPR

In the West African nation of Ivory Coast, forces loyal to Laurent Gbagbo shot dead several women protesting his rule. Gbagbo is Ivory Coast's incumbent president who refuses to concede defeat to his challenger in November elections. The battle for power there has become increasingly violent.

Broadcast Dates

• All Things Considered, March 4, 2011