Second edition of the Abidjan circus festival takes place The second edition of the Abidjan Intercultural Circus Encounters (RICA) began with a competition between various troupes from around the African continent and beyond. A representative for the worldwide Cirque du Soleil announces plans to open a training centre for Circus skills in Abidjan, to bring out the best of the natural talent in the area. IMAGES of performances and SOUNDBITES of spectators and a Cirque du Soleil employee*REFILE WITH CORRECTED LOCATION*