About the Embassy
The Embassy of Côte d'Ivoire in Addis Ababa covers seven countries: Ethiopia, Djibouti, Kenya, Uganda, Somalia, South Sudan and Tanzania.
It is also the Permanent Mission of Côte d'Ivoire to the African Union, the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and UN-Habitat.
It has a general consular service, supported by two honorary consulates in Nairobi and Djibouti.
The Embassy's services
The Embassy's various sections work to promote bilateral relations, meet consular needs and foster economic, political and cultural ties between Côte d'Ivoire and the countries and organisations in its area of jurisdiction.
Diplomatic Chancery
Headed by Mr Mondon Yabo, Minister Counsellor
Analyses and reports on political developments in Ethiopia and the region
Promotion of bilateral political relations and cooperation
Representation of Côte d'Ivoire in political affairs with the Ethiopian Government and other diplomatic missions
Consular Section
Headed by Mr Jean-Armel Obrou, Counsellor
Consular assistance to Ivorian citizens in Ethiopia
Processing of visa applications and other consular documents
Coordination of humanitarian assistance and repatriation efforts
Protocol and Communication Service
Headed by Mr Noumoutié Doumbia, First Secretary
Organisation of official visits, events and ceremonies
Processing of diplomatic and official visa applications
Promotion of exchanges and cooperation in the field of education
Cooperation and Cultural Affairs Service
Headed by Mr Jean-Claude Sédia, First Secretary
Monitoring of and reporting on development projects and initiatives
Liaison with the Ethiopian authorities and international organisations on development issues
Identification of opportunities for cooperation and assistance
Economic Service
Headed by Mr Franck Adiko Kouazeu, First Secretary
Promotion of trade and investment between Côte d'Ivoire and Ethiopia
Analysis of economic trends and opportunities
Support for Ivorian businesses in Ethiopia
Finance Service
Headed by Mr Jean-Pierre Ouattara, Financial Services Administrator
Management of the Embassy's financial operations and budget
Processing of payments and refunds
Compliance with financial regulations
Defence Attaché
Headed by Colonel Christian Koné Kémien, Defence Attaché
Representation of the Ivorian Armed Forces in Ethiopia
Promotion of military cooperation and exchanges
Liaison with the Ethiopian military authorities and other defence attachés