The sub-prefectures of the department are Fengolo, Madinani, and N'Goloblasso.

[3] At its creation, it was part of Denguélé Region.

In 2011, districts were introduced as new first-level subdivisions of Ivory Coast.

At this time, Madinani Department became part of Kabadougou Region in Denguélé District.

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