France returns 'talking drum' looted in 1916 in Ivory Coast
France has officially returned a sacred drum, known as the 'talking drum,' to Ivory Coast, marking a historic restitution of a cultural artifact from its colonial past.
Restitution of the Talking Drum in Côte d'Ivoire: "A Historic Day"
The talking drum, 'Djidji Ayokwé', has been returned to Côte d'Ivoire from France, marking a significant cultural event celebrated by local leaders and officials.
France returns sacred talking drum looted from Côte d’Ivoire over 100 years ago
France has returned a sacred talking drum, known as the Djidji Ayôkwé, to Côte d’Ivoire, which was looted during the colonial era over a century ago.
"A Historic Day": the Return of the Talking Drum Celebrated in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire
The return of the sacred talking drum Djidji Ayokwé to Côte d'Ivoire on March 13, 2026, was celebrated with significant emotion in Abidjan.
The talking drum returns this Friday to Côte d'Ivoire following its restitution by France
The Djidji Ayokwé, a cultural artifact of Côte d'Ivoire taken by French colonizers in 1916, will return to Abidjan after being officially restituted by France.
Ivory Coast: the talking drum authorized to reunite with those waiting for it for 110 years
The talking drum known as Djidji Ayôkwé has been officially returned from France to Ivory Coast, signifying a significant cultural restoration after 110 years.
Côte d'Ivoire: France Hands Stolen Colonial-Era 'Talking Drum' Back to Côte d'Ivoire
France has returned a looted colonial-era talking drum, the Djidji Ayokwe, to Côte d'Ivoire as part of its efforts to repatriate stolen artifacts to Africa.
France repatriates stolen colonial-era 'talking drum' to Ivory Coast
France has returned a colonial-era 'talking drum' to Ivory Coast, looted in 1916 by colonial troops, as part of broader efforts to repatriate stolen artefacts.
France returns colonial-era talking drum to Ivory Coast
France has returned a colonial-era 'talking drum' to Ivory Coast, marking a significant step in the repatriation of stolen artefacts to Africa.
Côte d'Ivoire: Traditional chiefs prepare for the return of the talking drum in "a feeling of joy"
Traditional chiefs in Côte d'Ivoire are preparing for the return of the Djidji Ayokwé talking drum, a significant cultural symbol, which is set to be officially returned during a ceremony in Paris.