HONORARY CONSULATE OF
CÔTE D’IVOIRE IN ZIMBABWE
Bridging Strategic Partnerships to Advance Economic Cooperation and Trade Opportunities Across African Markets
MANDATE & OBJECTIVES
The Honorary Consulate of the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire serves as a strategic platform for the advancement of cross-border investment, strengthening of bilateral trade, and fostering engagement among government institutions, diplomatic missions, development agencies, and the private sector. Beyond traditional diplomacy channels, the Consulate collaborates with the Ivorian Business Council (Zimbabwe), a private initiative led by the Honorary Consul, to translate bilateral relationships into tangible economic outcomes and sustainable partnerships. It participates in high-level forums, engages with key stakeholders, and facilitates MoUs. The Consulate also assists with consular support and protection to Ivorian citizens and enterprises in Zimbabwe, while promoting cultural exchange and people-to-people ties.
TEAM
Thembani NKOMO
Honorary Consul
Chairman - Ivorian Business Council
Thembani Christopher NKOMO is a business leader and the Honorary Consul of Côte d’Ivoire, playing a central role in advancing economic cooperation between West and Southern Africa. With a background in corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, cross-border investment, and SME entreprenurship, he has been involved in transactions of all sizes across multiple sectors. In his diplomatic capacity, he focuses on transforming bilateral relationships into tangible economic opportunities, connecting governments, investors, and enterprises across regions. His leadership positions the Consulate as a key facilitator of trade, investment, and regional integration - while elevating Côte d’Ivoire’s presence as a gateway to francophone Africa. NKOMO completed secondary education at St. John’s College, Harare, earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, cum laude, from Syracuse University (New York), and a Master’s degree from Harvard University.
John MUSHAYAKARARA
Chief of Protocol
John MUSHAYAKARARA has experience in business development and relationship management across the COMESA region. He supports the work of the Honorary Consul of Côte d’Ivoire in Zimbabwe through ceremonial and protocol duties, logistical coordination, and trade facilitation support, contributing to the promotion of transcontinental trade with Zimbabwe, Côte d’Ivoire, and neighboring COMESA and ECOWAS countries.
NEWS &
INSIGHTS
WHY CÔTE D'IVOIRE?
Côte d’Ivoire is one of Africa’s fastest-growing economies and a strategic gateway to West Africa.
Key Highlights:
GDP: $101.46+ billion (2026 IMF Forecast) | Growth: ~6–7% annually
Population: ~30 million | Market Access: 400M+ (ECOWAS)
Currency: CFA franc (XOF) – stable, euro-linked
Infrastructure: Home to the Port of Abidjan, a major regional trade hub
SERVICES
IVORIAN
Business Council
(Zimbabwe)
INVESTMENT FACILITATION
Identifying, structuring, and connecting investors to opportunities
TRADE SUPPORT SERVICES
Enabling efficient cross-border trade through strategic connections and advisory
MARKET INTELLIGENCE & ADVISORY
Providing insights into regulatory frameworks, sector opportunities, and business environments
PARTNERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
Creating and strengthening relationships between government, institutions, and private sector