Côte d’Ivoire’s economy is projected to grow by 6.2% in 2025, slightly above the 6.1% recorded in 2024. The World Bank says growth will average 6.4% in 2026 and 2027, driven by hydrocarbons, mining, and services.
The report warns that elections, climate change, insecurity, and tighter financing could affect stability. Between 2012 and 2020, the country grew at 8.2% on average, showing strong resilience even after COVID-19. Investments have surged by nearly 50% over the past decade, supporting economic expansion. However, inequalities remain high, with poverty still at 51.2% in rural areas as of 2021.
Unemployment and underemployment together stand at 12.3%, according to the latest survey. The government’s new 2026–2030 plan aims to industrialize, boost jobs, and make Côte d’Ivoire a middle-income nation by 2030.
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