Responding to the call [1] of Diaby Mohamed [2]for a brainstorming on the crisis in Côte d'Ivoire, Ivorian Internet users decided to take action for peace in their country. The Facebook group “For Peace, nothing but Peace in Côte d'Ivoire [3]” was created to promote “Opération Bougie et symbole blanc pour la paix [4]“(fr) (Operation Candlelight and white symbol for peace) from December 22-24. Nnenna writes [5] that 450 people joined in less than 3 hours.
Côte d'Ivoire: Online Campaign for Peace and Candlelight Vigil Launched
· Written by Julie Owono
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