JICA Provides $80M for Urban Road Development in Abidjan

On 4 November 2026, Japan’s Ambassador Gomakubo Junji and Cote d’Ivoire’s Foreign Minister Niale Kaba signed an agreement whereby the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) would provide a financial package for urban road development in Greater Abidjan. Ivorian Minister of Infrastructure Gomakubo Juni also attended the signing ceremony.

The scope of the project includes three interchanges at the National Police Academy, Riviera Palmeraie, and Riviera 3 Junction, as well as the upgrade of the Germain Koffi Gadeau Boulevard. The financial package is worth about FCFA 48.4 billion ($80M). This new package builds upon an earlier one worth FCFA 13 billion to build the interchange at Francois Mitterand Boulevard in Cocody-Riviera.

The objective is to ease traffic gridlock and streamline logistics. It is part of a comprehensive program to modernize transport infrastructure and boost regional trade.

Earlier in 2026, Japan also provided a grant of FCFA 6.5 billion. This money is to be utilized to procure road maintenance equipment, ensuring the long-term usability and durability of the roads.