Ivory Coast Sheep Prices Surge Ahead of Eid-al-Adha Festival

Sheep prices in Abidjan, Ivory Coast have risen sharply as Eid-al-Adha approaches, with supply significantly lower than the previous year, forcing Muslim shoppers to pay premium prices for animals traditionally sacrificed during the religious holiday. Traders at the capital's sheep market are capitalizing on limited inventory to drive hard bargains with customers. The price surge reflects broader livestock supply constraints affecting West African markets during peak religious purchasing periods. The timing coincides with Eid-al-Adha celebrations, a major religious and cultural event for millions of Muslims across Africa.