Ivorian president celebrates record financial mobilization for national development plan

President Alassane Ouattara expressed his satisfaction following an unprecedented financial mobilization for Côte d’Ivoire’s development. During a meeting on July 10, 2026, he highlighted the remarkable confidence placed in the country’s economic fundamentals and long-term growth strategy.

The occasion was the closing of the Consultative Group for the 2026–2030 National Development Plan (NDP), held in Abidjan on July 8 and 9. More than 2,000 investors from 49 countries convened to assess and commit to funding initiatives aligned with the NDP’s vision.

An exceptional turnout and record commitments

The two-day event culminated in investment pledges totaling 80 billion US dollars—equivalent to 47,820 billion West African CFA francs. This far exceeds the initial target of 11,138.2 billion F CFA, signaling strong international and domestic investor confidence in Côte d’Ivoire’s economic trajectory.

NDP 2026–2030: a transformative vision for growth

The five-year plan aims to channel 114,838.5 billion F CFA—roughly 209 billion US dollars—into key sectors. A significant 70.2% of this investment will come from the private sector, underscoring its pivotal role in driving economic and social transformation. The plan is built on six strategic pillars:

• Peace, security, and stability – Ensuring a conducive environment for growth and investment
• Agriculture and agro-industry – Boosting productivity and value addition in the rural economy
• Private sector development and industrialization – Strengthening Ivorian businesses as engines of innovation
• Human capital – Enhancing education and skills to meet future labor demands
• Strategic infrastructure – Modernizing transport, energy, and digital networks
• Good governance and state modernization – Ensuring transparency and efficiency in public administration

Macroeconomic ambitions and social impact

The NDP sets ambitious national targets: elevating Côte d’Ivoire to upper-middle-income status by 2030, with a per capita GDP of $4,500 and poverty rates reduced to below 20%. Achieving these goals will require coordinated efforts across government, business, and civil society.

President Ouattara emphasized the government’s commitment to translating financial commitments into tangible outcomes for all Ivorians. His vision includes more schools, hospitals, roads, job opportunities, and shared prosperity.

« Together, with confidence, determination, and unity, we will continue building a more prosperous and inclusive Côte d’Ivoire, » he affirmed.