Cote d’Ivoire: Ivory Coast’s Economic Boom Faces Test in 2025 Election

TLDR

• Ivory Coast is experiencing one of Africa’s strongest economic recoveries, with annual GDP growth averaging 7% from 2012 to 2023
• outh unemployment stands at 5%, and GDP per capita reached $2,900 in 2024–the highest in West Africa after Cape Verde
• Political tensions are growing as Ouattara–now 83–may seek a controversial fourth term in elections later this year

Ivory Coast is experiencing one of Africa’s strongest economic recoveries, with annual GDP growth averaging 7% from 2012 to 2023…