The National Development Plan (PND) 2021-2025 of Côte d'Ivoire continues the efforts made under the PNDs 2012-2015 and 2016-2020, aiming to pursue the structural transformation of the Ivorian economy. A major component of this plan is the integration of Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects, which promote collaboration between the public and private sectors for the development of infrastructure and public services.
To ensure the effective implementation of PPP projects, the Ivorian government has established a strong institutional framework. Indeed, the institutional framework for PPPs has been reformed with the adoption of two new decrees. The first is decree n°2018-358 of March 29, 2018, which sets the rules regarding partnership contracts. This regulatory text outlines the standards governing these contracts and the fundamental principles of PPP governance.
The second decree, n°2018-359 of March 29, 2018, defines the responsibilities, organization, and functioning of the National Steering Committee for Public-Private Partnerships (CNP-PPP) created in 2012.
In 2023, the CNP-PPP monitored 63 projects representing a total investment of 5,982 billion CFA francs.
As a reminder, PPPs are long-term contracts through which the state or other public entities entrust private entities with the mission of financing, implementing, and/or operating services or infrastructure of general interest. These contracts allow for greater flexibility in the management of public services and encourage innovation and efficiency through private sector participation. The list of PPP projects is available on the official website of the National Steering Committee for Public-Private Partnerships (CNP-PPP): www.ppp.gouv.ci.
