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Oct 23 – 30, 2026Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire
Le Grand Retour de la Diaspora
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An immersive experience designed for those who want to rediscover Africa and invest on the continent.
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The call of the continent
Living in Europe? In Canada, in Côte d'Ivoire or another country of the sub-region? Looking to invest, build a business or reconnect with the continent?
But between desire and action, you:
- don't know where to start?
- sense opportunities exist but lack the right connections to access them?
- want to move forward but aren't sure which trusted contacts to rely on?
- have ideas or projects but lack a credible framework and information to take action?
Good news: Le Grand Retour de la Diaspora is made for you.
Takeaction!
Le Grand Retour de la Diaspora offers a concrete framework to turn your desire to return to the continent into a clear, structured and viable project.
Concreteopportunities
Meet institutions, banks, developers and investors to identify the best business opportunities in Côte d'Ivoire.
Strategicnetwork
Connect with a qualified network of diaspora investors, executives and entrepreneurs committed to impact in Africa.
Secureprojects
Access the right information, institutions and partners to invest and build methodically in Côte d'Ivoire.
Culturalimmersion
Discover Côte d'Ivoire differently through meaningful experiences, visits and encounters to reconnect with your roots.
150 seats on the flight
A historic journey
150 All Inclusive travellers will board the Air Côte d'Ivoire flight, joining from France, Belgium, Switzerland, Germany, the UK, Italy, Canada, the United States and many other European countries.
Want to join without the flight? The Xperience and Network packages offer 300 additional places to experience the adventure on the ground.
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140 travellers confirmed
93% of the flight already bookedOnly 150 seats on the Air Côte d'Ivoire flight.
Official patron · 2026
H.E. Adama Dosso
Minister Delegate for Foreign Affairs, in charge of Ivorians Abroad
An event under high patronage
The Republic of Côte d'Ivoire standing with its diaspora.
Le Grand Retour de la Diaspora 2026 benefits from the official patronage of H.E. Adama Dosso, Minister Delegate for Foreign Affairs, in charge of Ivorians Abroad.
This recognition gives the experience strong institutional weight: legitimacy, visibility and a concrete commitment to strengthening ties between the diaspora and the continent.
2026 Partners
They trust us
Institutional partners
Official carrier
Official partners
Sofitel Hôtel Ivoire
Bloomfield
Tamala Direction
Traditions
The Grill Factory
Investisseurs Africains
Vidange autoMobile
Media partners
AYANA
Pulse Côte d'Ivoire
Start up médias
Scoop Afrique
NCI
Nostalgie Radio
L'Intelligent d'Abidjan
La Côte d'Ivoire est Chic
Partners
Abidjanaises In Tech
Les Ivoiriennes du Tourisme
Akwaba CI
Caraïbe Investit
An exclusive, one-of-a-kind
More than a trip: a journey from intention to action.
Program
Day 1
Departure & official welcome
Air Côte d'Ivoire flight · On-board ceremony · Arrival in Abidjan
The experience begins in Paris with an Air Côte d'Ivoire flight. Participants take part in a symbolic Grand Retour ceremony during the flight, followed by an official festive welcome in Abidjan before hotel check-in.
- Departure from Paris
- Air Côte d'Ivoire flight
- Symbolic on-board ceremony
- Official welcome in Abidjan
Day 2
Economic day & gala dinner
Hôtel Ivoire congress center · Opportunities & strategic networking
The Grand Economic Day brings together banks, institutions, investors, developers, entrepreneurs, recruiters and key stakeholders around investment, entrepreneurship and relocation opportunities in Côte d'Ivoire. The evening features the prestigious Excellence Gala Dinner.
- Banks & institutions
- Investors & developers
- Relocation opportunities
- Excellence Gala Dinner
Day 3
Real estate & investment
Free morning · Afternoon real estate investment
After a free morning to rest, the afternoon focuses on real estate investment: presentations of opportunities, site visits and discussions to better understand the Ivorian property market.
- Free morning
- Investment opportunities
- Property visits
- Understanding the local market
Day 4
History & reconnection
Tiassalé · Slave Route · Yamoussoukro
Departure for Tiassalé to discover the Slave Route and a time of historical and cultural reconnection, then on to Yamoussoukro to visit the Basilica of Our Lady of Peace and discover the political capital of Côte d'Ivoire.
- Slave Route
- Time for reconnection
- Basilica of Our Lady of Peace
- Political capital
Day 5
Relaxation & African immersion
Domaine Bini · Nature · Gastronomy · Conviviality
A relaxing day at Domaine Bini in a natural, authentic setting combining African cuisine, immersive activities, convivial moments and reconnection with African culture.
- Natural setting
- African cuisine
- Immersive activities
- Conviviality
Day 6
Abidjan immersion
Key districts · Infrastructure · Abidjan By Night
A day discovering Abidjan's iconic and strategic locations: business districts, major projects, infrastructure, and cultural and economic landmarks. In the evening, participants experience the energy of the economic capital with Abidjan By Night.
- Business districts
- Key infrastructure
- Economic immersion
- Abidjan By Night
Day 7
Free day
Professional meetings · Private visits · Assinie · Relaxation
A free day to experience the journey at your own pace: professional meetings, private visits, shopping, relaxation, beach time in Assinie or personal discoveries.
- Professional meetings
- Private visits
- Shopping & relaxation
- Beach in Assinie
Day 8
Closing & departure
Final moments in Abidjan · Official departure to Paris
Final free time in Abidjan before the official delegation departure to Paris. The end of a strategic, economic, cultural and human immersion designed to concretely prepare your future on the continent.
- Final free time
- End of immersion
- Official departure
- Return to Paris
More than an event… a transformational experience
Le Grand Retour de la Diaspora is a unique immersion combining economic opportunities, investment, strategic networking, reconnection with Africa, entrepreneurship and cultural discovery.
A week to see, understand, feel and concretely prepare your future on the African continent.
Featured guests
Invited personalities
H.E. Adama Dosso
Minister Delegate for Foreign Affairs, in charge of Ivorians abroad
Stanislas Zézé
CEO, Bloomfield Investment
A'Salfo
President, Magic System Foundation
Jean-Yves Bragbo
Investor
Edith Brou
Digital entrepreneur, content creator and voice of female leadership
★ Surprise
Surprise guest
To be announced
Economic Day 2026
The Economic Day
A full day at the Palais des Congrès to meet the institutions, investors and decision-makers who shape Côte d'Ivoire's economy — followed by the Excellence Gala Dinner.
- Saturday 24 October 2026
- Palais des Congrès · Sofitel Hôtel Ivoire · Abidjan
- Host of the day : Stéphane TCHIFFRO
- Opening keynotes
2
- Panels & round table
3
- Thematic workshops
6
All times in Abidjan local time (GMT).
- Welcome
Welcome & participant check-in
Visit of the partner booths.
- Address
Welcome address
Speakers
- Esther BOUA — General Commissioner, Le Grand Retour de la Diaspora
- Address
Official address
Speakers
- H.E. Adama DOSSO — Minister Delegate for Ivorians Abroad, Patron of the GRD
- Keynote 1
Côte d'Ivoire: country risk assessment and economic attractiveness
Speakers
- Mr Stanislas ZÉZÉ — CEO, Bloomfield Investment Corporation
- Keynote 2
NDP 2026-2030: concrete opportunities for the diaspora
Speakers
- Mr Souleymane DIARRASSOUBA — Minister of Planning and Development
- Round table
The institutional framework for investing in Côte d'Ivoire
Moderator · Stéphane TCHIFFRO
Speakers
- CEPICI
- GUDE PME
- DGIE
- PSTACI
- FIRCA
- SGPME
- Partner bank
- Q&A
Q&A
Open discussion with the round table speakers.
- Partner Moments
Partner Moments
Talks and presentations from the edition's partners.
- Panel 1
Investment opportunities in Côte d'Ivoire
Moderator · Stéphane TCHIFFRO
Speakers
- Dr Edoh Kossi AMENOUNVE — BRVM
- Partner real-estate developer
- Stéphane SUCRÉ — RIDISSI
- Mr Chieck JABOU — L'Impacteur
- Steven BEDI — CI20
- Education & training expert
- Q&A
Q&A
Open discussion with the Panel 1 speakers.
- Break
VIP lunch break
Casino Barrière.
- Partner Moments
Partner Moments
Talks and presentations from the edition's partners.
- Panel 2
Moving back and settling in Côte d'Ivoire: first-hand accounts
Moderator · Esther BOUA — General Commissioner, GRD
Speakers
- Jean-Yves BRAGBO — L'Investisseur Africain
- Renée MARIAME — Traditions & Grill Factory
- Laetitia APHING — IBSA
- Q&A
Q&A
Open discussion with the Panel 2 speakers.
- Workshops
Workshops 1 & 2
Parallel sessions in 2 rooms.
Parallel sessions
Workshop 1
Recruitment and job opportunities
Panel of HR experts, headhunters and HR directors
Workshop 2
Healthcare in Côte d'Ivoire: recruitment and business opportunities
Healthcare sector expert
- Workshops
Workshops 3 & 4
Parallel sessions in 2 rooms.
Parallel sessions
Workshop 3
Bank financing for your project
Designated representative — Partner bank
Workshop 4
Investing on the stock market — BRVM and financial markets
Brice KOUAO — CEO, École de la Bourse
- Workshops
Workshops 5 & 6
Parallel sessions in 2 rooms.
Parallel sessions
Workshop 5
Agriculture, livestock and aquaculture
Stéphane SUCRÉ — CEO, RIDISSI
Workshop 6
Investing in real estate safely
Partner real-estate developer
- Closing
Official closing of the Economic Day
- Gala
Excellence Gala Dinner
A prestige evening with public figures, institutions and decision-makers.
The Economic Day is included in all three packages
All Inclusive, Xperience or Network: every package gives you access to the full day and to the Excellence Gala Dinner.
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Pricing
Discover our packages, their prices and everything they include to experience Le Grand Retour de la Diaspora 2026.
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International transport
- Round-trip flight Paris – Abidjan – Paris
- Air Côte d'Ivoire flight
Accommodation
- 4-star hotel stay in Abidjan
- Accommodation for the full stay (8 days / 7 nights)
Full board
- Daily breakfasts
- Organized lunches
- Organized dinners
- Culinary experience integrated into the program
Transfers, travel and visits
- All group travel included in the program
- Airport, hotel and activity transfers
- Site visits and property developments
- Company and institution visits
Economic day
- Economic day with institutions and decision-makers
- Panels: investment / entrepreneurship / relocation
- Recruitment and expatriation workshops
- High-level networking
- Direct access to speakers, institutions and partners
Cultural and tourist immersion
- Abidjan tour — discover the city's iconic places
- Return to roots: Slave Route in Tiassalé
- Excursion to Yamoussoukro, political capital of Côte d'Ivoire
- Nature and relaxation day
- Local cultural activities
Premium event access
- Access to the Excellence Gala Dinner
- Gastronomic dinner
- Prestige evening with personalities, institutions and decision-makers
Welcome and overall experience
- Full organization of the stay
- Support from the team
- Structured, secure and guided experience
Packages
Main offer and alternatives
Compare our packages and choose the one that suits you. All-inclusive prices, no hidden fees.
Flagship offer
All Inclusive Offer
2997€
or 4× €749.25, no fees
A complete premium immersion including international flight, 4-star hotel accommodation, full board, the economic day, the Gala Dinner, plus cultural and tourist activities and excursions.
Included in All Inclusive
- Flight Paris Abidjan Paris
- 4-star hotel, full board
- Prestige business events
- Excursions & cultural activities
Alternative packages
Xperience Offer
Xperience Offer
2300€
or 4× €575, no fees
The full experience without flights, for those with different travel dates (extended stays, people already in Abidjan, etc.).
Network Offer
Network Offer
300€
The essential format for those already on site who only wish to attend the Economic Day and Gala Dinner.
- Access to the Economic Day
- Access to the Excellence Gala
Instalment plan
Pay in 3 or 4 instalments
Spread your package over several payments, at no extra cost. The total stays exactly the price shown.
3 instalments
€999 per instalment
- One payment per month
- No additional fees
That is €2,997 in total — the advertised price.
4 instalments
€749.25 per instalment
- One payment per month
- No additional fees
That is €2,997 in total — the advertised price.
Instalments are available on the All Inclusive and Xperience packages. The Network package is paid in one go.
Quick comparison
Compare at a glance
All Inclusive
8 items included • Most comprehensive package
2997€
- Flight Paris - Abidjan - Paris
- 4-star hotel
- Full board
- Transfers, travel and visits
- Economic day
- Excellence Gala
- Cultural and tourist excursions
- Guidance and support
Xperience
7 items included • Without flight
2300€
- Flight Paris - Abidjan - Paris (not included)
- 4-star hotel
- Full board
- Transfers, travel and visits
- Economic day
- Excellence Gala
- Cultural and tourist excursions
- Guidance and support
Network
2 items included • Focused networking format
300€
- Flight Paris - Abidjan - Paris (not included)
- 4-star hotel (not included)
- Full board (not included)
- Transfers, travel and visits (not included)
- Economic day
- Excellence Gala
- Cultural and tourist excursions (not included)
- Full guidance and support (not included)
| Included items | All Inclusive | Xperience | Network |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | 2997€ | 2300€ | 300€ |
| Number of included items | 8/8 | 7/8 | 2/8 |
| Flight Paris - Abidjan - Paris | Not included | Not included | |
| 4-star hotel | Not included | ||
| Full board | Not included | ||
| Transfers, travel and visits | Not included | ||
| Economic day | |||
| Excellence Gala | |||
| Cultural and tourist excursions | Not included | ||
| Guidance and support | Not included | ||
What is not included in the offers
For full transparency, the following remain at the participant's expense, regardless of the package chosen.
- Personal expenses on site (shopping, individual leisure, unplanned purchases, etc.)
- Visa fees (if applicable depending on nationality)
- Vaccinations and possible medical costs (yellow fever or other health recommendations)
- Individual travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Possible individual supplements (single room, personalized services, etc.)
- Any service not explicitly listed in the "included" section
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I see pricing?
Prices are shown directly on this page, for each package.
When will I be contacted?
We get back to you on WhatsApp within a maximum of 24 hours.
Can I change my package later?
Yes, as long as final confirmation has not been validated with the team.
Can I pay in instalments?
Yes. The All Inclusive and Xperience packages can be paid in 3 or 4 instalments at no extra cost: the total stays exactly the advertised price.
How many places are left?
The number of places still available is shown on this page. The edition is limited to 150 participants and registrations close once that number is reached.
Ready to join the adventure?
Choose your package and contact our team to finalize your registration.
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Stories of transformation
“It's an extraordinary moment. The times when we come together, talk to each other, and celebrate women and men who build businesses and succeed.”
Claudy Siar
Journalist and radio host
“This kind of platform is extremely important for Afro-descendants and the diaspora to organize, structure themselves and speak with one voice to have economic and political impact on the continent.”
Stanislas Zézé
CEO, Bloomfield
“Through this event, Esther Boua showed what Africa can achieve with synergy and determination.”
Manuela Kameni
Member of Esther Boua Consulting's leadership team
“It's an extraordinary moment. The times when we come together, talk to each other, and celebrate women and men who build businesses and succeed.”
Claudy Siar
Journalist and radio host
“This kind of platform is extremely important for Afro-descendants and the diaspora to organize, structure themselves and speak with one voice to have economic and political impact on the continent.”
Stanislas Zézé
CEO, Bloomfield
“Through this event, Esther Boua showed what Africa can achieve with synergy and determination.”
Manuela Kameni
Member of Esther Boua Consulting's leadership team
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know
Answers to the most common questions from diaspora members.
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