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Ivory Coast
Ouattara's allies seek to strengthen grip on banking sector

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Ivorian President Alassane Ouattara in Abidjan, in December 2025.
Ivorian President Alassane Ouattara in Abidjan, in December 2025. © Sia Kambou/Pool/AFP

Several businessmen with connections to the presidency are seeking to consolidate their positions within the financial industry. This move forms part of a strategy to see Ivorian investors take over banks, whilst powerful Lebanese groups are also preparing to enter the market.

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