Côte d’Ivoire is projecting a 7% economic growth rate in 2025, following a 6.1% growth rate in 2024, compared to 4.2% within the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). These optimistic forecasts were highlighted by President Alassane Ouattara in his New Year’s address.
On the economic front, Ouattara emphasized that "Côte d’Ivoire continues to demonstrate its resilience, thanks to a robust macroeconomic framework and sound management of public finances."
He added that the country would sustain its efforts to improve the business environment, aiming to offer a more competitive and attractive investment climate.
Addressing the nation’s debt levels, the president described them as "moderate," noting that the debt stock stands at 56% of GDP, well below the 70% threshold set by the West African Economic and Monetary Union (WAEMU).
"We will continue to maintain the strength of our macroeconomic framework and public finances to reinforce the confidence of private, bilateral, and multilateral partners, as well as, of course, the Ivorian people," he stated.
Additionally, Ouattara provided an update on the country’s strides toward achieving food sovereignty in the coming years.
He also highlighted promising developments in Côte d’Ivoire’s energy and mining sectors, citing significant recent discoveries of oil and gas, as well as the newly operational Tanda gold mine.
"Our status as a sub-regional energy hub is growing stronger, and the country now boasts two world-class gold deposits," he said with pride.
