Going for gold: the best of Africa Foto Fair – in pictures

The Abidjanaise by N’cho Jean-Louis

N’cho Jean-Louis: ‘During my journey to reconnect with my roots, I captured enchanting moments in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. Abidjan blends various ethnicities and is rich in culinary, artistic, and musical diversity. Côte d’Ivoire hosts 60 ethnic groups, each with unique cultures, languages and striking masks rich in spiritual and artistic significance. These masks, central to rituals and traditions, represent ancestral spirits and deities. My photographs highlight these masks within the daily life of Abidjan, showcasing the city’s cultural tapestry’