AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoMining: Côte d’Ivoire officially inaugurated the Koné gold mine, built with an investment of more than CFAF 580 billion. It is the country’s largest by processing capacity, with first gold poured ahead of schedule. Gold exploration: Awalé Resources reported 57 metres grading 10.6 grams of gold per tonne at Charger, extending mineralization beyond its current resource. Australian explorer Many Peaks is seeking $60 million to advance its Ivorian gold project. Infrastructure: Abidjan Metro Line 1 is 66% complete and remains scheduled to open in January 2029. The 37.4-kilometre line is expected to create more than 5,000 jobs, including 2,000 permanent positions. Business services: Côte d’Ivoire launched a digital platform for tourism businesses to submit applications, pay fees and track requests online, aiming to bring more operators into the formal economy. Cocoa: The national weather agency warns El Niño could cut 2026/27 production by 21% to 25%, a risk for a key export sector.
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