Côte d’Ivoire has once again been recognized on the international financial stage for the quality of its debt management.
The country received two major awards at the prestigious GlobalCapital Bond Awards 2025 ceremony, held in Londonon June 18.

Côte d’Ivoire was named “Most Impressive African Issuer”, recognizing the overall strength of its debt management strategy and the resilience of its macroeconomic fundamentals. In addition, Lanciné Diaby, Director General of Financing, received the award for “Most Impressive Funding Official in Africa” in recognition of his technical and strategic expertise in managing Côte d’Ivoire’s public debt.

The GlobalCapital Bond Awards, which have been a benchmark in the capital markets industry for nearly two decades, are determined through a confidential vote involving approximately 500 international capital market participants, including investment banks, asset managers, credit rating agencies, and law firms.
These distinctions reflect the growing recognition of Côte d’Ivoire’s achievements and credibility within the international financial community.