Interview:Fatoumata Bâ Where do you see the most potential in the development of digital ecosystems in Côte d’Ivoire? FATOUMATABÂ: Financial services and energy were the two main sectors attracting tech investments 10 years ago. Now tech is helping to accelerate more sectors of the formal economy. From health care and education to logistics and trade, technology market platforms…
While many countries worldwide signalled a shift towards economic recovery in late 2021 and into 2022 after the initial impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, Côte d’Ivoire appears to have weathered the global crisis better than many. The country’s GDP expanded by 2% in 2020 and 7% in 2021; by comparison, global GDP contracted by 3.1% in 2020 and grew by 6.1% in 2021, according to the IMF. Côte d’Ivoire’s…
Côte d’Ivoire has made significant progress in rebuilding its education system since the political situation in the country stabilised, with various initiatives bearing fruit. This is evidenced by the number of new schools, the recruitment drive for teachers and legislation making school compulsory for children aged six to 16. As a result of investment and reforms, enrolment at primary schools has…
Côte d’Ivoire is one of the most developed telecommunications markets in West Africa. Its mobile phone penetration rate was 162% in 2021 and continues to grow as more Ivorians use multiple SIM cards to take advantage of promotional offers. There is strong competition between the existing mobile network operators (MNOs), each of which has invested heavily in expanding and improving their coverage…
A dynamic, diverse and rapidly growing country, Côte d’Ivoire is one of the largest economies in West Africa, with a promising growth outlook and favourable demographic prospects. Economic growth is expected to continue following robust recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic, with a projected growth rate of 6% for 2022. However, the global inflationary environment, the geopolitical uncertainty cau
Côte d’Ivoire is one of the most developed telecommunications markets in West Africa. Its mobile phone penetration rate was 162% in 2021 and continues to grow as Ivorians use multiple SIM cards to take advantage of promotional offers. There is strong competition between the existing mobile network operators, each of which has invested heavily in expanding and improving their coverage and services.…
Côte d’Ivoire’s has made significant progress towards digitalisation in both the public and private sectors. The government has recently achieved milestones in its initiatives to digitalise government processes and services. Building on the progress achieved in 2019, the government migrated procedures such as those related to taxation and migration online in early 2020. Meanwhile, banks…
An increasing amount of commercial transactions are moving online, while technology is affecting every facet of the traditional economy. This has provided businesses with new channels to reach existing clients, as well as new opportunities to expand their market share. For consumers, the ever-expanding digital economy promises not only greater access to goods and services, but also to information…
An increasing amount of commercial transactions are moving online, while technology is affecting every facet of the traditional economy. This has provided businesses with new channels to reach existing clients, as well as new opportunities to expand their market share. For consumers, the ever-expanding digital economy promises not only greater access to goods and services, but also to information…
Interview:Ange Frédérick Balma What necessary steps must Côte d’Ivoire take in line with its digital revolution? ANGE FRÉDÉRICK BALMA: According to the World Bank, countries that undergo a digital transformation could see GDP growth per capita increase by more than 1%. This means that the internet is an essential tool – not just for the development of activities, but to also increase…