Territorial Authorities Fair: The Transfer of Responsibilities and Resources at the Center of Debate

The fourth Territorial Authorities Fair opened on October 15, 2026, at the Abidjan Exhibition Center and runs through October 17. Its theme is the transfer of responsibilities and resources to accelerate decentralization, bringing together political and administrative officials, local elected representatives, and business operators. At the opening, Interior Minister Vagondo Diomandé welcomed, among others, Senate President Kandia Camara, Yopougon Mayor Adama Bictogo, UNDP Resident Representative Blerta Cella, and special guest Anne Hidalgo. Kenya is the edition’s guest country.