The African Peer Review Mechanism (MAEP), Africa’s leading governance instrument established by the African Union, has lauded Côte d’Ivoire’s commitment to political stability, economic transformation and institutional reforms.
“We recognize Côte d’Ivoire’s significant efforts in consolidating political stability, driving economic change, advancing institutional reforms and demonstrating regional leadership. These achievements lay a strong foundation for the upcoming second-generation evaluation,” stated Marie-Antoinette Rose-Quatre, Director-General of the MAEP Continental Secretariat during her official visit to the country.
During her working visit on July 21, 2026, to the MAEP National Commission offices in Cocody (Abidjan), Rose-Quatre emphasized the Continental Secretariat’s dedication to supporting Côte d’Ivoire throughout the preparatory phase of its second-generation country evaluation.
Second-generation evaluation: a strategic milestone
Rose-Quatre described the second-generation evaluation as more than just an assessment—it is a strategic opportunity for Côte d’Ivoire to review progress since its first evaluation, pinpoint emerging governance challenges and highlight best practices that could inspire other African member states.
The MAEP remains Africa’s premier governance tool, built on principles of voluntarism, mutual learning, transparency, accountability and peer review.
“Our goal is not to judge, but to support countries in strengthening democracy, political governance, economic governance, corporate governance and socio-economic development,” she stressed.
During her stay, the Continental Secretariat team will work with Ivorian authorities to finalize the evaluation roadmap, identify pending preparations and agree on concrete steps to ensure a smooth and successful launch of the assessment process.
“The Continental Secretariat is fully committed to providing Côte d’Ivoire with the technical and institutional support needed throughout this journey. We view this collaboration as a true partnership rooted in trust, dialogue and our shared dedication to enhancing governance across the continent,” Rose-Quatre added.
National initiatives supporting governance and development
Earlier, PR David Moussa Soro, President of the MAEP National Commission, highlighted the alignment between governance and development in Côte d’Ivoire.
“In Côte d’Ivoire, governance and development move forward together,” he affirmed.
He outlined two national initiatives: the Summer University for Good Governance, aimed at promoting governance culture at the grassroots level, and a scientific journal on African integration and governance, designed to engage the academic community and publish research aligned with CAMES standards.
Soro reaffirmed the National Commission’s readiness to collaborate closely with the Continental Secretariat.
The following day, July 22, 2026, Rose-Quatre was scheduled to meet with the Ivorian Senate and hold discussions with Nialé Kaba, Côte d’Ivoire’s Minister of Foreign Affairs.
The MAEP, launched in 2003, is a voluntary agreement among African states to evaluate and enhance governance at the highest level. Its mission is to foster political stability, economic integration, sustainable growth and development across the continent.