Month: July 2026

The second day of the National Development Plan (PND) 2026-2030 Consultative Group kicked off in Abidjan, with Côte d’Ivoire’s Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé leading the charge to secure private investment for the nation’s economic future. Held at the Sofitel Hôtel Ivoire on July 9, 2026, the high-profile gathering brought together over 700 investors from allied nations, all focused on accelerating Côte d’Ivoire’s growth trajectory. « This milestone session underscores our commitment to fostering public-private partnerships that will drive sustainable economic transformation,» declared Prime Minister Mambé. The Prime Minister emphasized…

The second day of the National Development Plan (PND) 2026-2030 Consultative Group kicked off in Abidjan on July 9, 2026, at the Sofitel Ivoire Hotel, under the leadership of Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé. The gathering brought together over 700 investors from friendly nations to catalyze private sector engagement in the nation’s economic growth. Prime Minister Mambé underscored the pivotal role of private investment in realizing the country’s ambitious development goals. Addressing a room packed with business leaders and investors, he highlighted the significance of this platform as a bridge…

Côte d’Ivoire has surpassed all expectations by securing international funding commitments exceeding 80 billion dollars to finance its National Development Plan (PND) through 2030. This remarkable achievement underscores the country’s robust economic performance and renewed stability, which continue to inspire global investor confidence. The nation’s economic resilience has become a defining feature of its recovery, with average annual growth rates of 6.5% over recent years. This progress follows a turbulent decade of political and military unrest in the early 2000s, during which Côte d’Ivoire’s economic potential was severely constrained. A…

Côte d’Ivoire secures record foreign investments to boost 2030 development plan Côte d’Ivoire has surpassed all expectations by securing more than $80 billion in international funding for its National Development Plan (PND) through 2030. This remarkable achievement underscores the country’s economic resilience and renewed stability, drawing unprecedented investor confidence. The Minister of Planning announced Thursday that Côte d’Ivoire has attracted foreign public investments four times higher than anticipated to fund its 2030 National Development Plan (PND). The country’s economic allure continues to grow, backed by one of West Africa’s strongest…

Chad strengthens anti-human trafficking measures Chad is ramping up efforts to combat human trafficking, particularly affecting women and children, through strict law enforcement and coordinated action by judicial and security authorities. Government mobilizes to combat human trafficking The Chadian government is taking decisive steps to address human trafficking, with a particular focus on protecting vulnerable groups such as women and children. A recent circular issued to security and judicial officials underscores the urgency of this fight and outlines the necessary enforcement measures. Legal framework and international commitments Human trafficking remains…

Morocco tightens rules on electric scooters to boost road safety July 9, 2026 FacebookXWhatsAppEmailCopy URL The Moroccan government has approved two new decrees to modernize travel documents and regulate electric scooters, aiming to enhance both national security and urban mobility. During a cabinet meeting in Rabat, officials endorsed a sweeping update to the 2008 biometric passport law. Interior Minister Abdelouafi Laftit presented the revision, which introduces next-generation passports with advanced anti-counterfeiting features. These enhancements are designed to safeguard Moroccan travel documents while showcasing the country’s cultural identity. According to government…