CDC-CI and GREEN-PAY Partner to Accelerate Digital Payment Innovation in Côte d’Ivoire

The Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations de Côte d’Ivoire (CDC-CI)  and Ivorian fintech company GREEN-PAY  have signed an investment protocol marking CDC-CI’s entry into the capital of GREEN-PAY. The agreement was concluded on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, reinforcing CDC-CI’s mandate to mobilize and deploy long-term financial resources toward innovative projects with strong economic and social impact in Côte d’Ivoire.

This investment aligns with CDC-CI’s role as a leading public financial institution committed to supporting sustainable development through the modernization of strategic sectors. Beyond the financial contribution, the transaction establishes a long-term strategic public-private partnership aimed at nurturing national technology champions capable of advancing financial inclusion and strengthening the country’s digital financial ecosystem.

The deal also consolidates GREEN-PAY’s shareholder base, which already includes Orange Côte d’Ivoire Participation (OCIP), a subsidiary of the Orange Group. With the entry of CDC-CI alongside OCIP, GREEN-PAY now benefits from a complementary shareholding structure that combines the stability of a long-term public investor with the expertise of a major telecommunications and digital services provider operating across Côte d’Ivoire and the wider sub-region.

Speaking at the signing, CDC-CI Director General Lassina Fofana said the operation reflects the institution’s broader strategy to support the digitization of financial services. He described the agreement as more than a financial investment, emphasizing that it represents a partnership built on trust, good governance, and a shared vision for innovation in financial inclusion. According to him, expanding access to secure, modern, and locally adapted payment solutions is critical for both citizens and businesses.

GREEN-PAY Managing Director Anouar Traboulsi welcomed CDC-CI’s entry into the company’s capital, describing it as a strong signal of credibility and confidence for the Ivorian fintech ecosystem. He noted that the partnership, alongside Orange Côte d’Ivoire Participation, would accelerate the rollout of inclusive digital payment solutions and support broader adoption by users and economic stakeholders.

The partnership highlights CDC-CI’s role as a catalyst for innovation by backing high-potential fintech companies and promoting practical solutions that support national economic development. As Côte d’Ivoire approaches 2026, the agreement underscores a shared commitment by CDC-CI and GREEN-PAY to building a more inclusive, innovative, and sustainable financial ecosystem.