Côte d'Ivoire takes a decisive step in its energy policy. Indeed, it is in a context of growing energy tension that Côte d'Ivoire laid, this Tuesday, June 2, 2026, a new stone in the building of its electrical sovereignty. The financing agreement signed with the Chinese giant Energy China (via its subsidiary Songon Energies S.A.) formalizes the entry into the operational phase of a strategic project, the initial agreement of which dates back to December 2024.

Located in the Abidjan district, the Songon combined cycle thermal power plant will be powered by natural gas. With an installed capacity of 372 MW and an estimated construction cost of 342.129 billion FCFA, the infrastructure will carry an annual production of approximately 2.8 billion kWh. The overall investment, including project financing, amounts to 423.166 billion FCFA, entirely supported by the operator in BOOT (Build, Own, Operate, Transfer) mode. Beyond the figures, the project has a notable social dimension. Nearly 824 direct and indirect jobs are expected during the construction phase, to which will be added 260 permanent positions during the operation phase.

With commissioning planned 36 months after the entry into force of the agreement, Côte d'Ivoire is giving itself the means to fuel its growth without flagging in the face of constant demand progress.