Dynamics of Dida Loincloth Weaving in the Lôh-Djiboua, Divo Department (Ivory Coast)

This study addresses the evolution of weaving techniques in Lôh-Djiboua by comparing traditional practices and adapted modern innovations. The aim of the work is to explain how Dida artisans adapt to new economic realities and manage to preserve their know-how. To do this, the work combines the historical method and ethnography with a material base in the form of tools and an impact of transmission of knowledge and skills. Thus, it emerges from the study that the Dida artisans of Lôh-Djiboua continue to adapt their traditional weaving techniques to specific economic requirements, ultimately integrating developments such as engines. However, they retain certain initial practices, in particular the use of raffia and organic dyes. On a final level, the transmission of knowledge is also done orally despite the modernization process.