On Monday, March 30, 2026, at the headquarters of the African Development Bank (AfDB) in Abidjan, the Minister of Planning and Development and Governor of the AfDB for Côte d’Ivoire participated in the launch of the MEO 2026 Report. The event was attended by the AfDB President, Mr. Sidi Ould TAH, as well as ministers from Liberia and Zimbabwe and a representative of the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

The MEO 2026 Report highlights a continental challenge: 4.2% growth in 2025 in a difficult global context. While this performance is notable, the AfDB President emphasized that 7% annual growth is needed for this momentum to translate into sustainable development.

For Côte d’Ivoire, this target is already part of its economic trajectory. The country maintained a 0.7% growth rate during the COVID-19 crisis, demonstrating resilience. The government is focusing on two key levers to sustain this momentum: formalizing the economy and accelerating industrialization.

The report sends a strong signal to policymakers and international partners, emphasizing that Africa has significant growth potential, which must be supported by strategic public policies and targeted investments.