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This pilot program aims to identify and propel local companies with high potential that have already demonstrated operational maturity, strong governance, and a strong market presence. The central objective is to transform these high-performing actors into true pillars of economic and social development, capable of sustainably stimulating job creation in Ivory Coast.<\/p>\n<p>As part of this collaboration, the IFC will deploy a range of advisory services and technical expertise based on international best practices. This support is designed to prepare a pool of companies to become &#8220;investment-ready,&#8221; thus facilitating their access to financing from the IFC and other financial partners. As highlighted by Ahmed Ciss\u00e9, president of the CGECI, the employers&#8217; organization is committed to mobilizing these companies and ensuring their technical upgrading to maximize the impact of this agreement on the national economic fabric.<\/p>\n<p>The initiative is not limited to one-off support, but is part of a strategy to conquer new markets. According to Nathalie Kouassi Akon, director of the Gulf of Guinea Division at the IFC, this tailored support will enable promising companies to reach a critical growth stage. Although launched in Ivory Coast as a pilot project, the Local Champions Acceleration initiative is intended to be replicated across Africa, illustrating a comprehensive strategy to strengthen value-creating enterprises on the continent.<\/p>\n<p>This launch confirms Ivory Coast&#8217;s leading position in the IFC&#8217;s regional strategy. 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