CÔTE D’IVOIRE Trends and Developments
Trends and Developments Contributed by: Innocent Kouakou, Assemian Kouakou, Francky Lukanda and Lonzo Colombe Ofori Conseils Africa LLP
Ofori Conseils Africa LLP is an independent law firm with a strong focus on corporate/M&A, competition (WAEMU and ECOWAS), regulatory, finance, infra - structure and natural resources, tax and customs matters across the OHADA and WAEMU regions. Based in Abidjan and active throughout Francophone Sub-Saharan Africa, the firm advises domestic and multinational companies, investment funds and pub -
lic entities on acquisitions, joint ventures, restruc - turings and strategic investments. Recognised for its transactional expertise, innovative approach and deep regulatory insight, Ofori Conseils Africa LLP acts as a strategic partner, delivering tailored, reliable and results-driven legal advice to support clients’ long-term growth.
Authors
Innocent Kouakou is the tax partner at Ofori Conseils Africa LLP, specialising in tax structuring for complex domestic and cross-border transactions. He advises multinational groups, financial institutions and
Assemian Kouakou is the managing partner of Ofori Conseils Africa LLP and a leading deal-maker across the OHADA region. He advises executives, investors and boards on high-value M&A, strategic
industrial players on transaction tax, transfer pricing, customs and investment structuring across Côte d’Ivoire and the WAEMU region. With over 18 years’ experience, he is involved in M&A-driven tax planning, reorganisations and the optimisation of cross-border flows, ensuring compliance with regional and international tax frameworks. He is recognised for his deal-oriented mindset, technical depth and ability to deliver secure, value-driven tax solutions. Innocent is a member of the International Fiscal Association (IFA) and of the Professional Association of Tax Experts of Côte d’Ivoire (GP-EFCI).
investments, regulatory structuring and complex transactions under OHADA law. A graduate of the Wharton School (USA) qualified in mergers and acquisitions, he is closely involved in financing, capital markets and competition matters across the WAEMU and ECOWAS regions. His client portfolio includes financial institutions, investment funds, fintech and insurance groups and industry bodies. He is recognised for his strategic vision, execution- driven approach and strong transactional leadership.
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