Economy
Africa launches its energy bank with 5 billion dollars
Created on October 31 in Abuja, the new institution is set to finance African energy projects. Côte d’Ivoire is participating in its first governance.
Economy
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Economy
In Côte d’Ivoire, pump prices remain stable but the industry pays more
The scale valid from November 1 to 30 does not change the prices paid by motorists and households but raises those of DDO, fuel oil, and industrial butane in Abidjan.
Economy
Ivory Coast is removed from the FATF grey list after two years of monitoring
The withdrawal decided on Friday in Paris concludes the action plan initiated in October 2024 and validates reforms against money laundering and the financing of terrorism.
Economy
Ecobank mandated to structure up to 250 million dollars for Ghana Bauxite
The mandate signed in Accra aims to mobilize up to 250 million dollars to modernize the Awaso mine and prepare for a future refinery.
Economy
Uniwax reports 991 million FCFA in profit despite nearly stable sales
The Ivorian fabric manufacturer returns to profitability at the end of the first nine months of 2026, driven by cost control and higher production volume.
Economy
Turaco secures 120 million Australian dollars for the Afema project
The financing is intended to support the proposed buyout of Sodim's stake and the studies of the Ivorian gold project, but part of it remains subject to shareholder approval.
Economy
Sinomach Hainan plans to invest in rice and corn in Côte d’Ivoire
The Chinese group presented the government with a project covering seeds, agricultural machinery, and rice processing, without any amount or timeline announced.
Economy
Deputies pave the way for $322.5 million for the Ivorian power grid
The unanimous vote in committee concerns the authorization to ratify the Regional Energy Compact agreements, signed in September 2025.
Economy
The Neptune Leader inaugurates a new NYK Line automotive service in Abidjan
The roll-on/roll-off ship unloaded 139 vehicles in less than 24 hours during its first call at the Abidjan roll-on/roll-off terminal, according to operators.
Economy
Ivory Coast and Ghana withhold pilot products to ease border controls
The system is intended to prevent repeated inspections, but the list of products and the operational start date have not yet been made public.
Economy
Air Côte d’Ivoire adjusts its regional flights after a bird strike in Bamako
Several aircraft grounded for maintenance temporarily reduce the availability of the fleet, with no announced schedule for a full return to normal.
Economy
The construction of a 50 MWp solar power plant launched in Katiola
Led by Katiola Solar Power, the infrastructure is to be built in fifteen months in Lonankaha and provide electricity to more than 300,000 people.
Economy
The box of horse mackerel and mackerel temporarily decreases by 2,500 FCFA
The agreement reached Thursday in Abidjan reduces the price of the 20 kg carton to 30,500 FCFA and provides for monitoring of the reduction up to the consumer.
Economy
Boundiali outlines its urban and agro-industrial roadmap through 2040
Presented on October 21, the municipality's urban and economic plans are intended to guide its growth, enhance its agricultural production, and limit uncontrolled sprawl.
Economy
In Daloa, Fish Vendors Suspend Sales Due to Rising Prices
The female traders have ceased their activities until Monday, October 26, while the regional Directorate of Commerce is set to review the price developments.
Economy
TGS launches the reprocessing of 14,691 km² of seismic data off the coast of Côte d’Ivoire
The Norwegian group is reprocessing 3D surveys acquired between 2014 and 2018 to improve imaging of the deepwater basins of Côte d’Ivoire and San Pedro.