Côte d’Ivoire’s prime minister opens key investor day for pnd 2026-2030

Abidjan, July 9, 2026 – Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé presided over the opening of the second day of the National Development Plan (PND) 2026-2030 Consultative Group, an event specifically dedicated to investors. The pivotal gathering took place on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at the Sofitel Hôtel Ivoire in Abidjan.

“Today marks a new phase for this Consultative Group, focusing intently on investment, fostering enterprise, and generating significant value. Our primary objective is to mobilize the essential private investments required to realize our ambitious development goals. I am highly gratified to observe that over 700 investors from various partner nations are actively participating in this crucial meeting,” stated Robert Beugré Mambé during his address.

Addressing a large assembly of business leaders, investors, and private sector representatives who traveled extensively to Abidjan, the Head of Government emphasized that this forum provides an unparalleled platform for dialogue with private sector stakeholders. It also serves to solidify a shared vision for the nation’s future development.

“Dear friends, your commitment alongside us underscores the confidence you place in the promising outlook of the Ivorian economy and its considerable growth potential. You are indispensable partners in achieving our aspiration to construct a more competitive and job-creating economy. The success of this grand ambition is intrinsically linked to the private sector’s capacity to invest,” he articulated.

The Prime Minister affirmed the government’s strategic decision to position the private sector as the foremost engine driving Côte d’Ivoire’s economic transformation. He reassured investors that Côte d’Ivoire’s economy has consistently demonstrated remarkable resilience and adaptability in recent years, navigating a dynamic international landscape marked by profound shifts. With an impressive average growth rate of 6.5% over the period, Côte d’Ivoire firmly maintains its position among the continent’s most vibrant economies.

“Therefore, a rapidly expanding market awaits you, investors, right now. The proceedings of this day are designed to accelerate investments across the priority sectors outlined in the PND 2026-2030. This includes, notably, industrialization and the local processing of our raw materials to create greater added value, the enhancement of strategic infrastructure—particularly in transport, digital technology, and logistics—thereby bolstering our economy’s competitiveness and attractiveness, and significant investment in human capital, innovation, and essential services vital for the emergence of a more productive and inclusive economy,” he underscored emphatically.

Robert Beugré Mambé also recalled that the initial day, dedicated to institutional partners and presenting Côte d’Ivoire’s development strategy, drew over 3,000 participants from 49 countries, including Côte d’Ivoire itself.

Representing the investor community, Ahmed Cissé, President of the General Confederation of Enterprises of Côte d’Ivoire (CGECI); Mehdi Tazi, Vice-President and President of the Africa Committee for the Movement of French Enterprises (MEDEF) and President of the General Confederation of Enterprises (CGEM) of Morocco; and Mohamed Gouled, Vice-President of the International Finance Corporation (IFC), collectively reiterated their unwavering confidence in the vision put forth by Ivorian authorities. They expressed their readiness to fully contribute to the implementation of the PND 2026-2030 through substantial financial commitments.

CICG