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From November 18 to 22, 2026, Abidjan will be at the heart of African dialogue on the extractive and energy industries. The Exhibition Park (Parc des Expositions) will host the second edition of the International Extractive and Energy Resources Exhibition (SIREXE), held under the high patronage of President Alassane Ouattara. As the guest country of honor for this event, Botswana will be represented by a senior delegation including the President of the Republic, Duma Gideon Boko, and the Minister of Minerals and Energy, Bogolo Joy Kenewendo.
With expected participation from around thirty countries and numerous ministerial delegations, the summit will notably bring together ministers in charge of Mines, Petroleum, and Energy, alongside public leaders, industrial executives, investors, and experts. The announced delegations will arrive from multiple regions across the continent, extending from West Africa to Central and East Africa, as well as partner countries such as Saudi Arabia. This geographic diversity reflects the international reach organizers intend to give this second edition, centered around the theme: “Extractive and Energy Industries: What Infrastructure to Support Economic Development in Africa?”
Botswana, Guest of Honor of an edition with International reach
The selection of Botswana builds on its expertise in mining governance, strategic management of natural resources, and diamond beneficiation. This recognition grants Gaborone a prominent position in this second edition, which aims to foster knowledge sharing among African nations.
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Botswana’s Minister of Minerals and Energy, Bogolo Joy Kenewendo, previously attended the official launch of SIREXE on 23 March 2026, in Abidjan. At the time, she reaffirmed her country’s commitment to advancing cooperation through bilateral and multilateral agreements.
Botswana’s participation will extend beyond a symbolic presence. It reflects a shared desire to deepen relations between both nations and bring substantive weight to their economic cooperation.
Abidjan and Gaborone Strengthen Mining and Energy Cooperation
Naming Botswana as the country of honor comes amidst closer ties between Abidjan and Gaborone. Announced during the launch of SIREXE, a memorandum of understanding covering the mining and energy sectors was signed on 31 July 2026, in Gaborone, during an official visit by Ivorian Minister of Mines, Petroleum, and Energy, Mamadou Sangafowa Coulibaly.
Botswana also established the Pula Fund, a sovereign wealth fund financed notably by diamond revenues, which aids in the management and value maximization of the country’s mineral wealth. This model served as a blueprint for Côte d’Ivoire when establishing its Strategic Sovereign Fund for Development (FSD CI).
This progress provides concrete expression to both nations’ intent to advance South South cooperation. For Côte d’Ivoire, it is an opportunity to leverage Botswana’s track record in governance and resource value addition. Botswana can likewise draw on Ivorian expertise, particularly in gold exploration.
The political significance of this partnership will also be underscored by the anticipated attendance of Botswana’s President, Duma Gideon Boko, who will conduct a state visit to Côte d’Ivoire on the sidelines of SIREXE.
A Continental Forum Focused on Extractive and Energy Challenges
Beyond bilateral ties, SIREXE 2026 aims to unite stakeholders from a sector facing critical challenges in infrastructure, financing, domestic value addition, and industrial development.
The agenda includes conferences, thematic panel discussions, business meetings, and networking sessions. The keynote address will notably feature Daniel Yergin and Philippe Chalmin as guest speakers, two leading experts on extractive industries, energy, and commodities.
By welcoming Botswana as its guest of honor, Côte d’Ivoire adds further stature to this second edition. From November 18 to 22, Abidjan will serve as the venue for a gathering that blends global visibility, bilateral cooperation, and strategic reflection on the future of African resources.
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