In early June, I returned to Côte d’Ivoire and spent a week in my hometown of Tabou. The last time I had visited was at age 15, before moving to the United States. I still remembered the beautiful beaches, hills overlooking the ocean, waterfalls, coconut trees, and the peaceful feeling of home. This time, I returned not only as a daughter of the community, but also as President of the Ivorian Chamber of Commerce of Georgia, with a new perspective.

During my stay, I visited family, met with local leaders, and participated in community gatherings. One event that particularly touched me was a meeting involving several villages working to secure land for a future attiéké processing project and a fish farming initiative. To me, this project represents more than a factory—it represents stable income, opportunities for women, and the creation of community-based support systems.

Traveling through the region reminded me of Tabou’s tremendous assets: beautiful beaches, fertile land, agriculture, and a rich culture. Yet challenges remain. Roads to Tabou and surrounding villages still need improvement, and access to some communities remains difficult. I also observed the need for stronger construction standards, better planning, and more technical skills.


Despite these challenges, I left encouraged. The newly elected Mayor and Member of Parliament have been recognized by many residents for the work already underway and their commitment to improving Tabou and neighboring villages.


Tabou does not lack potential—it lacks visibility, structure, and strong partnerships. The San Pedro region offers opportunities in agriculture, agro-processing, tourism, education, fishing, and local product transformation. National investment and tourism agencies, as well as U.S. trade resources, highlight these same sectors as promising areas for growth.

For Tabou, the opportunity lies not only in what already exists—cocoa, rubber, oil palm, cassava, fishing, and beautiful beaches—but also in what can be built around them. Agro-processing, vocational training, tourism, construction quality, and women-led economic initiatives are among the areas with the greatest potential.

Tabou needs stronger roads, better access to villages, vocational training centers, higher construction standards, and investors who understand that development is about more than profit—it is about creating lasting impact.


The Ivorian Chamber of Commerce of Georgia was established to connect the diaspora, investors, entrepreneurs, and local communities with opportunities in Côte d’Ivoire. After this journey, I see Tabou as more than my hometown. I see a place of possibilities.


For those interested in investing in a community with natural beauty, agricultural strength, and genuine development potential, we invite you to explore how meaningful partnerships can support the growth of Tabou and create lasting benefits for its people.

As summer begins, the Ivorian Chamber of Commerce of Georgia (ICCGA) continues its mission of empowering entrepreneurs, professionals, and business leaders through education, collaboration, and meaningful connections.

Thank you to every member, partner, and supporter who continues to invest in our growing community. Together, we are building bridges, creating opportunities, and showcasing the excellence and innovation of Ivorians and the broader African diaspora across Georgia.

We're excited to invite you to our next ICCGA virtual learning session featuring *Guillaume Porquet, an accomplished technology leader with experience at IBM, Cognizant, Capgemini, and The Coca-Cola Company.

Drawing on years of leading digital transformation initiatives for Fortune 500 companies, Guillaume will share practical insights designed specifically for entrepreneurs, professionals, and small business owners looking to thrive in today's digital economy.

During this session, you'll learn:

* How to leverage technology to grow your business

* Best practices for building an effective online presence

* Digital tools that can improve efficiency and productivity

* Emerging trends in AI and business innovation

* Career opportunities and skills for the future workforce

Date:Saturday, June 27, 2026

Time:3:00 PM (EST)

Location:Virtual via Zoom

Take time this summer to evaluate your digital presence.

Ask yourself:

* Is my website current?

* Am I active on social media?

* Can customers easily find my business online?

* Is my business listed on Google?

* Am I leveraging AI and digital tools to improve efficiency?

Small improvements today can lead to significant growth tomorrow.

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