Ivory Coast aims for 1,400 km of additional asphalt roads by the end of 2025
Objective: Densify and modernize the Ivorian road network
Côte d’Ivoire plans to pave 1,400 km of roads by the end of 2025. This initiative, announced by Minister of Equipment Amédé Koffi Kouakou during the “Gouv Talk” on October 17, is part of the government’s objectives to strengthen the country’s road network. With this new extension, the length of paved roads will increase from the current 8,100 km to approximately 9,500 km.
A network in full transformation
The Ivorian network of paved roads has evolved significantly since 2011, the beginning of Alassane Ouattara’s presidency. At that time, out of 6,500 km of paved interurban roads, approximately 4,000 km were in poor condition. Since then, nearly 2,000 km of roads have already been rehabilitated. This new effort will help fill the transport infrastructure deficit, which is essential for economic development.
Rehabilitation and extension of dirt roads
The road infrastructure investment plan also includes an ambitious rehabilitation of dirt roads. According to the Road Management Agency (AGEROUTE), more than 27,000 km of unpaved roads, both in Abidjan and in the interior of the country, will be renovated between 2023 and 2025 to improve transport conditions and user safety.
A vast and diversified road network
Côte d’Ivoire’s road network is made up of more than 82,000 km of classified roads, including national and departmental roads, and more than 200,000 km of unclassified roads, serving rural and remote areas. This strategic investment aims not only to improve mobility within the country but also to promote economic exchanges.
Conclusion: A commitment to sustainable and connected infrastructure
Côte d’Ivoire’s ambitious road paving and rehabilitation policy demonstrates its commitment to modernizing and developing a quality road network. By improving road accessibility and sustainability, the country is laying solid foundations for transport, the economy and territorial cohesion, thereby strengthening its position as a hub in the sub-region.
