Elections in Ivory Coast frequently lead to violence, as evidenced by the 2000 presidential election, which ignited a five-year civil war. The 2010 election resulted in approximately 3,000 deaths after then-president Laurent Gbagbo refused to concede defeat, ultimately leading to the rise of current president Alassane Ouattara. These events highlight the severe consequences of political disputes and the dangers of leaders overstaying their mandates.
