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Abidjan: AfDB and ASIF strengthen cooperation for a sustainable Africa
The African Development Bank (AfDB) and the African Sustainable Investment Forum (ASIF) have reaffirmed their partnership to advance sustainable development across the continent. Their renewed cooperation aims to promote economic transformation, social equity, and responsible investment in line with Africa’s long-term growth goals.
At the same time, the Ivorian government has presented its 2026 Finance Bill, reflecting a firm commitment to accelerating economic transformation while maintaining social balance. The draft law includes a targeted revision of income tax to benefit middle-income households, along with incentives to boost productive investment.
Small and medium-sized enterprises are expected to receive gradual tax relief, supporting employment and innovation, while the state focuses on mobilizing domestic resources to reduce fiscal imbalances. The plan also prioritizes structural reforms, particularly in public service digitalization and the broadening of the tax base.
Expenditure rationalization, combined with a more effective revenue collection strategy, is designed to enhance tax fairness while preserving social safety nets for vulnerable households. The overarching objective is clear: strengthening economic resilience amid global uncertainty and laying the groundwork for sustainable and inclusive growth.