Endeavour mining’s 1.7 trillion fcfa economic and social boost for Côte d’Ivoire

Abidjan, June 30, 2026 – Mining powerhouse Endeavour Mining has injected a substantial 1,710 billion FCFA into Côte d’Ivoire’s national economy between 2021 and 2025. This impressive contribution includes 644 billion FCFA directly channeled to the Ivorian State through taxes, royalties, and dividends, as detailed in the company’s inaugural Country Impact Report dedicated to Côte d’Ivoire.

Titled “Creating Tangible Value,” the comprehensive report was unveiled on Monday, June 29, 2026, at Endeavour Mining’s headquarters in Cocody. It meticulously outlines the achievements of the Ity and Lafigué mines across key areas: economic contribution, community development, and environmental stewardship.

Presenting the report’s findings, Laetitia Gadegbeku-Ouattara, Endeavour’s Vice President for Public Affairs and Country Director in Côte d’Ivoire, emphasized how the Ity and Lafigué operations have transformed gold into a genuine catalyst for sustainable development over the past five years. She reiterated the group’s unwavering commitment to fostering a partnership built on trust, transparency, and shared progress.

Delving into the specifics of the 644 billion FCFA directed to the State, Ms. Gadegbeku-Ouattara clarified that 398 billion FCFA originated from taxes, 149 billion FCFA from royalties, and 97 billion FCFA from dividends. The company also reported allocating 904 billion FCFA towards procurement from national suppliers, significantly bolstering local businesses.

Endeavour Mining employs over 1,350 individuals, with a remarkable 94% being Ivorian nationals. The company further extends its economic reach by collaborating with 4,390 service providers and more than 600 local suppliers. This extensive engagement solidifies its position as one of the country’s leading contributors to public revenue and Côte d’Ivoire’s foremost gold producer.

In the crucial health sector, Ms. Gadegbeku-Ouattara highlighted that over 120,000 people have benefited from the company’s and its foundation’s initiatives focused on prevention, screening, and access to care. Notably, Health Caravans provided free consultations and treatments to nearly 4,000 individuals, while 64 patients received free cataract surgeries, improving their quality of life.

Dr. Youssouf Koné, the Departmental Health Director of Zouan-Hounien, underscored the vital role of the partnership with Endeavour in the fight against malaria, particularly benefiting communities residing near the Ity mine.

Regarding education, Endeavour’s programs reached over 4,000 children and young people between 2021 and 2025, complementing practical internships for 842 students. Key human capital development initiatives include “Élites de Demain” (Tomorrow’s Elites), “Jeunes Filles en Scolarité” (Girls in School), and “Pépites d’Or” (Gold Nuggets).

The report further detailed an investment exceeding 2.8 billion FCFA in community infrastructure. These funds facilitated the completion of 71 projects enhancing access to potable water and security, the rehabilitation of 16 roads benefiting over 360,000 people, the implementation of 10 rural electrification projects, and the issuance of 1,000 driving permits designed to boost professional integration for young people.

Economically, over 3,000 individuals benefited from 284 income-generating initiatives, funded with 487 million FCFA, with a deliberate focus on empowering women and youth. The “N’Goto Yetehe” program, for example, successfully trained 63 young people in eight different trades in Lafigué.

On the environmental front, Endeavour reported planting over 158,000 trees and protecting or restoring 199 hectares of land between 2021 and 2025. Key actions included the “Un enfant, un arbre” (One Child, One Tree) program conducted with schools, and the restoration of 125 hectares of classified forests in collaboration with SODEFOR. The company also highlighted its “Towards Zero Plastic” strategy, which has eliminated over 1.3 million single-use plastic bottles, achieving a 99% reduction in just three years.

The Côte d’Ivoire Impact Report 2021-2025 was presented to host communities of the Ity and Lafigué mines. Attendees included administrative authorities, local government officials, traditional leaders, and representatives from youth and women’s groups, as well as mining project steering committees.

Endeavour Mining stands as a leading global gold producer and holds the top position in West Africa. The group operates mines across Sénégal, Côte d’Ivoire, and Burkina Faso, in addition to developing several projects within the Birimian Greenstone Belt. Its shares are publicly traded on both the London and Toronto Stock Exchanges under the ticker symbol EDV.