COTE D’IVOIRE Trends and Developments
Trends and Developments Contributed by: Assemian Kouakou, Innocent Kouakou, Francky Lukanda and Lamine N’Diaye Ofori Conseils Africa LLP
Ofori Conseils Africa LLP is an independent legal and tax advisory firm with a strong focus on corporate and M&A matters across the OHADA and WAEMU regions. The firm advises on acquisitions, joint ven- tures, competition matters, restructurings and stra- tegic investments, supporting clients throughout the full deal cycle. It is recognised for its technical preci- sion, transactional expertise and deep understanding
of the regulatory frameworks governing business in Francophone Africa. Headquartered in Abidjan and active across all OHADA and WAEMU jurisdictions, the firm represents domestic and regional companies, multinational groups, investment funds, state-owned entities and high-growth ventures. It regularly assists in structuring, negotiating and executing complex, high-stakes and often cross-border transactions.
Authors
Assemian Kouakou is the managing partner of Ofori Conseils Africa. He focuses on corporate, regulatory and transactional matters across Francophone Africa, with a particular emphasis on OHADA business law,
Innocent Kouakou is a partner at Ofori Conseils Africa. He focuses on national and international taxation, transfer pricing and customs matters, advising domestic and multinational clients across Côte d’Ivoire and the
and insurance and reinsurance regulation. Assemian also advises clients on financing and capital markets transactions, and on competition aspects (WAEMU and ECOWAS). His clients include financial institutions, buy-side firms, issuers, fintech companies, insurance companies and industry associations. His practice combines in-depth knowledge of local regulatory environments with advisory methods aligned with international best practices. Assemian is a member of the International Network of African Lawyers and the National Chamber of Legal Advisors of Côte d’Ivoire.
WAEMU region. With 16 years of practical experience, he assists clients in structuring investments, managing cross-border tax issues and ensuring compliance with regional tax frameworks. His clients include multinational groups, financial institutions and industrial companies. Recognised for his analytical rigour and technical expertise, he delivers pragmatic and secure tax solutions. Innocent is also a member of the International Fiscal Association.
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