The Ivorian President, Alassane Ouattara, expressed his satisfaction following the historic financial mobilization announced during the Consultative Group meeting for the 2026-2030 National Development Plan (NDP). Speaking in Abidjan after two days of intense discussions, he highlighted the unprecedented confidence placed in Côte d’Ivoire’s economic stability and growth prospects.
The event, held on July 8 and 9, 2026, brought together over 2,000 investors from 49 countries, including top-level representatives from financial institutions, investment funds, banks, business associations, public and private enterprises, as well as key development partners.
A financial milestone surpassing expectations
At the close of the conference, commitments totaling 80 billion US dollars, equivalent to 47,820 billion F CFA, were announced—far exceeding the initial target of 11,138.2 billion F CFA, nearly quadrupling the expected amount.
The 2026-2030 NDP, with a total investment volume of 114,838.5 billion F CFA (approximately 209 billion US dollars) over five years, is designed to propel Côte d’Ivoire toward upper-middle-income status by 2030. The private sector is set to play a pivotal role, contributing 70.2% of the funding, underscoring its central position in driving economic and social transformation.
Six strategic priorities for national progress
The ambitious plan revolves around six key pillars:
- Peace, security, and stability—ensuring a secure environment for growth;
- Agriculture and agro-industry—leveraging Côte d’Ivoire’s agricultural strengths;
- Private sector development and industrialization—boosting competitiveness and job creation;
- Human capital development—investing in education and health;
- Strategic infrastructure—modernizing transport, energy, and digital networks;
- Good governance and state modernization—strengthening institutions for efficiency and transparency.
Macroeconomic ambitions: toward shared prosperity
The plan sets bold macroeconomic targets, including a GDP per capita of 4,500 US dollars and a poverty rate below 20% by 2030. To achieve this, the government will channel the mobilized funds into tangible projects—schools, hospitals, roads, and new economic opportunities—ensuring that progress benefits every Ivorian citizen.
In his closing remarks, President Ouattara reaffirmed his commitment to transforming financial commitments into concrete results. He emphasized unity, determination, and collective effort as the driving forces behind Côte d’Ivoire’s journey toward becoming a more prosperous and inclusive nation.