the stadiums in cÔte d'ivoire
History and architecture

With a passion passed on by my father and nourished by my view of the world, photography has evolved far beyond a simple hobby. Alongside my first passion, my interest in architecture was sparked by my work on stadium construction sites.

In the beginning, the crying lack of documentation on stadium construction projects in Côte d'Ivoire sparked a flame of commitment within me.Aspiring to become an influential sporting nation, it was necessary to establish an approach that would mark not only present generations, but those to come. In this respect, the imperative need to archive images arose. And this is due to the legacy of collective memory on these major projects which aim to inscribe the country's history in the pantheon of Côte d'Ivoire's successes.

My first photo, taken balancing atop a construction crane to capture stadium foundations, remains a thrilling experience, one of many anecdotes and moments that punctuate the history of stadiums, which I invite you to discover.

Stadiums transcend their status as mere structures. They embody places of gathering and community expression, shaping the culture of our society. My images, initially focused on construction site reporting, have evolved to include the dimension of human genius, breathing life into each scene. My lenses remained discreet, respectful of the work of workers and engineers.

Finally, warm thanks go to Mrs. Yoda Mariame, who believed in this project and put her trust in me, to the Office National des Sports, to the collective of photographers and graphic designers, to the construction companies, and to my family and friends. Their contribution was essential to the realization of this captivating journey through the stadiums of Côte d'Ivoire.