Energy Investment: GE Vernova will supply turbine technology for the 372-megawatt Songon power plant near Abidjan. The project is expected to support electricity demand and create up to 1,400 jobs. Air Links: Air Côte d’Ivoire and Air France begin reciprocal Paris–Abidjan codesharing on October 25, widening booking options; loyalty-program links are planned by year-end. Mango Exports: Côte d’Ivoire is targeting a return to the EU market in 2027 after fruit-fly interceptions halted shipments. The government plans CFA3.5 billion in controls across mango-growing regions. Digital Business: Orange Côte d’Ivoire’s cybersecurity campaign runs through November 5, helping businesses and the public respond to rising online threats. Regional Banking: Nedbank has completed its 66% takeover of NCBA, whose operations include Côte d’Ivoire, creating a wider platform for cross-border business. Investment and Agriculture: ECOWAS reports Côte d’Ivoire attracted a record $3.8 billion in foreign direct investment in 2024. Researchers are also developing climate-resilient cocoa varieties as changing rainfall threatens the country’s key crop.