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Cote d’Ivoire
Côte d’Ivoire is a country with a dynamic and steadily expanding economy. In 2024, the country recorded strong real GDP growth of 6 % and maintained inflation at 3.42 %, reflecting a relatively stable macroeconomic environment. With a population of 31.93 million, Côte d’Ivoire’s GDP reached 87.09 billion USD in 2024. Despite these solid economic performances, significant development challenges persist. The Human Development Index, at 0.582, indicates ongoing gaps in living standards and human development. Moreover, although 66.75 % of people aged 15 and above are employed, the country continues to face structural issues such as underemployment and disparities in job quality across sectors.
GDP nominal
USD 87.09 billion (2024)
Inflation
3.4% (2024)
Real GDP growth
6% (2024)
Employment as a % of population 15+
66.75 % (2023)
Population
31.9 million (2024)
Human development index
0.582 (2023)
Investment indicators
General government investment (gross fixed capital formation) as a % of GDP
Private investment (gross fixed capital formation) as a % of GDP
Foreign direct investment, net inflows (% of GDP)
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Investment landscape
Key sectors
Agriculture
Agriculture continue to form the central pillar of Côte d’Ivoire’s economic architecture. The country remains the world’s top producer of cocoa with between 2.2 and 2.5 million tons per year, representing close to 40% of global supply. It is also the leading global producer of cashew nuts with more than one million tons annually and a major African producer of coffee, rubber, palm oil, cotton, bananas and a broad range of fruits and vegetables. The agricultural landscape is characterized by…
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Industry
Manufacturing is at the heart of Côte d’Ivoire’s structural transformation agenda. The country has established a diversified industrial ecosystem that spans agro-processing, petrochemicals, fertilizers, plastics, pharmaceuticals, packaging, construction materials, wood processing and textiles. Modern industrial zones such as PK24, San-Pedro and Yamoussoukro offer integrated infrastructure to host large-scale manufacturers and enhance their operational efficiency. With its deep seaport…
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Digital
The digital economy is one of Côte d’Ivoire’s fastest-growing sectors, supported by significant investment in fiber networks, competitive mobile operators and strong urban digital adoption. Abidjan has emerged as a leading digital innovation center in francophone Africa, hosting fintech startups, e-commerce platforms, SaaS developers, digital-content creators and IT outsourcing companies. Public administration is undergoing substantial digital reform, with increasing use of electronic…
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Tourism
Tourism and creative industries represent powerful engines for economic diversification, cultural influence and international visibility. Côte d’Ivoire benefits from exceptional natural and cultural wealth, including a diverse coastline, protected national parks such as Taï and Comoé, forest reserves, waterfalls and UNESCO sites like Grand-Bassam. Abidjan has become a cultural metropolis, leading francophone Africa in music, cinema, fashion, dance, design and gastronomy. Before the…
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Energy
Energy and natural resources are essential to Côte d’Ivoire’s industrial competitiveness and long-term development. The country operates one of the most stable electricity systems in West Africa, powered by natural gas and hydropower with strong potential for solar and biomass expansion. The mining sector has strengthened considerably, driven by significant increases in gold production and the rapid emergence of manganese and nickel extraction. These sectors contribute to economic…
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