Natural Gas: Côte d'Ivoire Takes a Strategic Turn Towards Energy Sovereignty

During the World Bank's spring meetings, Minister Mamadou Sangafowa Coulibaly highlighted Africa's energy paradox, rich in resources yet facing an energy deficit. He announced that Côte d'Ivoire prioritizes local gas transformation for electricity production, breaking away from an export-oriented approach. The increasing energy demand, driven by industrialization and digital transition, requires an immediate strategic response.