By: Robert
Kwaku Annor
The Group Chief Executive
Officer of Ecobank Transnational Incorporated, Jeremy Awori, has reaffirmed the
bank's commitment to supporting Côte d’Ivoire's economic development, with a
focus on sustainable financing, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and
capital market growth.
Awori made the remarks
following a visit to Côte d’Ivoire, where he met with the bank's leadership,
transformation teams and staff across branches to review business performance
and discuss opportunities to deepen the bank's impact in the country.
During the visit, Awori held
talks with Côte d’Ivoire's Prime Minister, Robert Beugré Mambé, to explore how
Ecobank can contribute to the country's national development plan through
sustainable financing initiatives.
He said supporting the
growth of SMEs remains a national priority and aligns closely with Ecobank's
strategic agenda. The bank reiterated its commitment to helping businesses
expand by improving access to finance and providing tailored financial solutions.
Awori highlighted the
experience of entrepreneur Alice Gnapa, founder of Aliwax and a participant in
Ecobank's Ellevate programme in Côte d’Ivoire, as an example of the ambition
and resilience of African entrepreneurs and the importance of addressing their
financing needs.
The Ecobank CEO also visited
the Bourse Régionale des Valeurs Mobilières (BRVM), where he met with Director
General Félix Edoh Kossi Amenounve to discuss the role of capital markets in
expanding access to finance and strengthening investor confidence across
Africa.
