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Oct 23 – 30, 2026Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire
A new era for the diaspora.
Your next journey could change everything.
An immersive experience designed for those who want to rediscover Africa and invest on the continent.
Information session this Sunday at 8:00 p.m. (Paris time)
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The call of the continent
Living in Europe? Canada or elsewhere? 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.
Only 150 places available
A historic
150 participants from France, Belgium, Switzerland, Germany, the UK, Italy, Canada, the United States and many other European countries. A historic journey of the African diaspora back to the continent.
A setting designed for useful, focused and actionable exchanges.
An exclusive, one-of-a-kind
More than a trip: a journey from intention to action.
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Friday, October 23
Departure & official welcome
Privatized Air Côte d'Ivoire flight · On-board ceremony · Arrival in Abidjan
The experience begins in Paris with a specially privatized 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
- Privatized flight for the experience
- Symbolic on-board ceremony
- Official welcome in Abidjan
Saturday, October 24
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
Sunday, October 25
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
Monday, October 26
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
Tuesday, October 27
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
Wednesday, October 28
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
Thursday, October 29
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
Friday, October 30
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
★ Surprise
Surprise guest
To be announced
★ Surprise
Surprise guest
To be announced
Offers
Discover the packages and what is included. Detailed pricing is presented at the free information session with Esther Boua.
International transport
- Round-trip flight Paris – Abidjan – Paris
- Private aircraft 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
Flagship offer
All Inclusive Offer
A complete premium immersion including international transport on a private aircraft, 4-star hotel accommodation, full board, the economic day, the Gala Dinner, plus cultural and tourist activities and excursions.
Included in All Inclusive
- Private flight Paris Abidjan Paris
- 4-star hotel, full board
- Prestige business events
- Excursions & cultural activities
Alternative packages
Xperience Offer
Xperience Offer
The full experience without flights, for those with different travel dates (extended stays, people already in Abidjan, etc.).
Learn moreNetwork Offer
Network Offer
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
How it works
Your registration in 3 steps
1. Free information session
Compare packages and discover pricing at the session with Esther Boua. Register
2. Complete the form
Click « Contact the team » at the bottom of this section to open the form.
3. WhatsApp confirmation
We reply within 24 hours to finalize your registration.
Quick comparison
Compare at a glance
All Inclusive
8 items included • Most comprehensive package
- Private 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
- Private 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
- Private 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of included items | 8/8 | 7/8 | 2/8 |
| Private 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 | ||
| Learn more | Learn more | Learn more |
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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Booking FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where can I see pricing?
Amounts are presented at the free information session. Reserve my spot
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.
Ready to join the adventure?
Join the information session to discover pricing, or contact our team via the form.
Previous editions
Before Abidjan, Paris hosted full rooms, powerful encounters and transformed trajectories.
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An unforgettable experience
Le Diamant Bleu400 participants
“An immersive evening in the heart of Paris. Paris, the Seine, elegance and prestige. The Gala establishes itself as the diaspora reference.”
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2026 edition launch
The movement continues in 2026
The next level could no longer happen elsewhere. The Excellence Gala now takes place in Africa for a full 8-day immersion.
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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.
Your future in Africa starts now
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