Eating Challenge Goes Viral in Côte d'Ivoire

Eating Challenge Wins Big in Côte d'Ivoire: A Taste of Online Video Trends Côte d'Ivoire is experiencing a surge in popularity of online video challenges, and one recent example highlights this trend. A video posted on May 31, 2025, shows two young men competing in a simple eating challenge. The challenge, filmed outdoors, involved consuming a plate of rice with eggs and pepper. The winner, determined by who finishes first, receives a prize of 40,000 CFA francs. "It's a fun way to engage with people online," said one of the participants in the video. The video itself has garnered significant attention, with over 2,300 views and hundreds of likes. This demonstrates the growing interest in this type of content among online audiences in the region. The video is part of a larger series documenting their culinary adventures, showcasing the ease with which creators can build an audience around simple, relatable content. The success of this video suggests that the trend of online food challenges is likely to continue growing in popularity.