Ivory Coast eyes startups growth with new legislation to support the sector
BIRD STORY AGENCY IVORY Coast is positioning itself as a significant player in Africa's startup ecosystem with the introduction of a new legislative framework designed to support the country's entrepreneurs. The Ivorian Council of Ministers recently gave the nod to the Startup Act, a framework awaiting parliamentary approval. The proposed bill promises to revolutionise the digital startup landscape by providing crucial financing and support terms to bolster vulnerable enterprises' resilience. Other benefits the Act guarantees include a Startup Act award providing grants. Startups will also benefit from training, promotion, and access to public contracts and international markets. According to Florence…