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Côte d’Ivoire: Abidjan airport records 2.29 million passengers in 2025 amid mixed performance

The Félix Houphouët-Boigny International Airport in Abidjan handled 2.29 million passengers in 2025, reflecting a generally subdued passenger traffic trend despite a slight recovery observed in December, according to economic data.

The figures suggest that overall passenger traffic remained under pressure during the year, eve...

Published on Apr 14, 2026

Côte d’Ivoire’s trade surplus hits record high in 2025 on export surge

Côte d’Ivoire recorded a sharp improvement in its external position in 2025, with its trade surplus more than doubling to exceed 5.7 trillion CFA francs, according to economic data reported by local sources.

The performance was driven primarily by a strong increase in exports, which rose by 32% over the year, reflecting susta...

Published on Apr 14, 2026

African Development Bank launches $209 million strategy to boost Lesotho’s economy

The African Development Bank has launched a new Country Strategy Paper (CSP) for the Lesotho, outlining a development programme worth $209 million for the 2025–2030 period.

Presented on Wednesday in Maseru, the strategy brings together government officials, diplomats, civil society representatives and private sector actors, marking...

Published on Apr 14, 2026

Côte d’Ivoire–United Arab Emirates economic cooperation: CCI-CI hosts Emirati investors delegation

The Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Côte d’Ivoire (CCI-CI) has strengthened its international partnership agenda by receiving a high-level delegation of Emirati investors on Monday, April 13, 2026.

The delegation, composed of business representatives from the United Arab Emirates, was led by His Excellency Diaby Vacaba, A...

Published on Apr 13, 2026

BAD Portfolio in Côte d’Ivoire: Ministry of Planning and Development launches the first quarterly review of 2026

On April 9 and 10, 2026, in Abidjan, the Ministry of Planning and Development launched the first quarterly review of 2026 for the portfolio of projects and programs financed by the African Development Bank in Côte d’Ivoire. The opening ceremony was chaired by Professor Loesse Jacques ESSO, Chief of Staff, representing the Minister of...

Published on Apr 13, 2026

Côte d’Ivoire: Montage Gold Meets Ministry of Water and Forests on Koné Project and Reforestation Program

On Thursday, April 9, 2026, a delegation from Montage Gold, led by Executive Vice President for Exploration, Ms. Silvia Bottero, was received by the Minister of Water and Forests of Côte d’Ivoire, Mr. Jacques Assahoré Konan. Published on Apr 12, 2026

National Development Plan (PND 2026–2030) : OPEC Fund for International Development Announces US$500 Million for Priority Projects in Côte d’Ivoire

The National Development Plan (PND 2026–2030) is Côte d’Ivoire’s strategic framework for economic and social development, aimed at accelerating structural transformation, improving living conditions, and strengthening sustainabl...

Published on Apr 12, 2026

Cocoa Sector / End of Marketing Crisis: Additional 23,830 Tons Allocated to the OIA

An additional quota of 23,830 tons has been allocated to the Coffee-Cocoa Interprofessional Organization (OIA), marking the final phase of destocking for the 2025–2026 main crop season.

Published on Apr 12, 2026

Zenith Bank Prepares to Enter Côte d’Ivoire with Planned Subsidiary in Abidjan

The Ivorian banking sector is set to welcome a new major player from Nigeria, as Zenith Bank Plc prepares to establish a subsidiary in Abidjan, confirming its broader expansion strategy across Francophone West Africa.

Published on Apr 12, 2026

PETROCI Secures 200 Billion CFA Francs to Boost Baleine Oil Field Development in Côte d’Ivoire

PETROCI Holding has reached a major milestone in the development of Côte d’Ivoire’s energy sector. On April 10, 2026, the national oil company announced it had mobilized 200 billion CFA francs to finance the second phase of the Baleine hydrocarbon field, the largest deposit ever discovered in Côte d’Ivoire.

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Published on Apr 11, 2026

Africa CEO Forum announces first wave of high-level speakers ahead of Kigali 2026

The Africa CEO Forum has unveiled the first wave of Heads of State, ministers, and CEOs expected to take part in its upcoming edition, reinforcing its position as one of the continent’s leading platforms for public–private dialogue.<...

Published on Apr 10, 2026

Côte d’Ivoire is taking a major step toward energy autonomy and its green transition.

Nine million people will soon benefit from more reliable and sustainable access to electricity through the WASUNA (Water & Sun Alliance) programme.

Published on Apr 10, 2026