Independence Day is observed nationwide in Côte d’Ivoire, and schools, offices, and general businesses are closed for the day. The day is marked by national cultural events organized locally by the government.

Burkina Faso celebrates its independence day every year on August 5th. This country got independent from French rule in 1960.

The Independence Day is a national holiday in Benin. Celebrations on this day take place on grand scale throughout the country.