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Côte d'Ivoire has one of Africa's most mature and dynamic domestic gas markets, with natural gas serving as the backbone of its electricity sector for more than two decades. Gas fuels the majority of the country's thermal power generation, supporting reliable baseload electricity while enabling Côte d'Ivoire to remain a regional power exporter within the West African Power Pool. As electricity demand continues to grow alongside rapid economic and industrial development, natural gas remains central to the country's energy security strategy.
Recent offshore discoveries have ushered in a new era for Côte d'Ivoire's gas industry. Following the successful start-up of the Baleine field in 2023, Phase 2 entered production in late 2024, significantly increasing oil and associated gas output. In parallel, Eni continues to advance appraisal work on the Calao discovery, one of the country's largest offshore gas finds, which is expected to play a key role in meeting future domestic gas demand. Despite these developments, rapidly rising electricity consumption and industrial gas demand are expected to tighten the domestic gas balance over the coming years, creating opportunities for additional upstream investment, accelerated field developments and expanded regional gas infrastructure to secure long-term supply.
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Proven Gas Reserves
Gas Production
Population
Population in 2050
Main Infrastructure Projects
Grand-Béréby
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Offshore Block CI-501, south-west Côte d'Ivoire
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Offshore Block CI-27, off Jacqueville, near Abidjan
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Grand-Béréby
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Offshore Block CI-501, south-west Côte d'Ivoire
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Offshore Block CI-27, off Jacqueville, near Abidjan
Leadership
President of the Republic of Côte d'Ivoire
Minister of Mines, Petroleum and Energy, Republic of Côte d'Ivoire
Chief Executive Officer, PETROCI Holding
Managing Director, Eni Côte d'Ivoire
Côte d'Ivoire's gas reserves have been flat for a decade but will grow following successful discoveries of gas by ENI at Baleine and Calao
Côte d'Ivoire has one of Africa's most advanced and fastest-growing domestic gas markets, with natural gas serving as the backbone of its power sector and industrial development. Gas supplies the majority of the country's thermal power generation, enabling Côte d'Ivoire to maintain its position as a regional electricity hub within the West African Power Pool while supporting rising domestic demand driven by sustained economic growth. As the country's industrial base expands, natural gas continues to play a central role in strengthening energy security and underpinning long-term economic competitiveness.
The country's gas sector is entering a new phase of expansion following the approval of the Final Investment Decision (FID) for Baleine Phase 3 in 2026. Developed by Eni, PETROCI Holding and Vitol, the project will increase production to 150,000 barrels of oil per day and 200 MMscf/d of natural gas, with all gas dedicated to the domestic market to support power generation and industrial development. At the same time, Eni continues to unlock additional offshore resources through the Calao and Calao South discoveries, reinforcing Côte d'Ivoire's position as one of West Africa's most promising gas provinces. Together with the government's ongoing Gas Master Plan, these developments are expected to secure future domestic gas supply, accelerate industrialisation and create new opportunities for gas-based industries and regional energy integration
Côte d'Ivoire has one of Africa's most advanced and fastest-growing domestic gas markets, with natural gas serving as the backbone of its power sector and industrial development. Gas supplies the majority of the country's thermal power generation, enabling Côte d'Ivoire to maintain its position as a regional electricity hub within the West African Power Pool while supporting rising domestic demand driven by sustained economic growth. As the country's industrial base expands, natural gas continues to play a central role in strengthening energy security and underpinning long-term economic competitiveness.
The country's gas sector is entering a new phase of expansion following the approval of the Final Investment Decision (FID) for Baleine Phase 3 in 2026. Developed by Eni, PETROCI Holding and Vitol, the project will increase production to 150,000 barrels of oil per day and 200 MMscf/d of natural gas, with all gas dedicated to the domestic market to support power generation and industrial development. At the same time, Eni continues to unlock additional offshore resources through the Calao and Calao South discoveries, reinforcing Côte d'Ivoire's position as one of West Africa's most promising gas provinces. Together with the government's ongoing Gas Master Plan, these developments are expected to secure future domestic gas supply, accelerate industrialisation and create new opportunities for gas-based industries and regional energy integration
Côte d'Ivoire's gas industry remains closely integrated with its power sector, with natural gas supplying the majority of the country's thermal electricity generation. Modern gas-fired power plants such as Azito, CIPREL and the recently commissioned Atinkou Combined-Cycle Power Plant form the backbone of the national electricity system, delivering reliable baseload power while supporting increasing industrial and residential demand. The growing availability of domestic gas from the Baleine field is expected to further strengthen fuel security for the country's expanding fleet of gas-fired power stations.
To keep pace with sustained economic growth and rising electricity consumption, Côte d'Ivoire continues to invest in new generation capacity. Following the commissioning of the 255 MW Atinkou Power Plant, additional expansion phases remain under development, while the planned 372 MW Songon Combined-Cycle Power Plant is expected to further reinforce the country's generation portfolio. These projects are supported by the government's strategy to increase domestic gas production through the continued development of the Baleine project and future offshore discoveries, ensuring a reliable fuel supply for long-term power generation.
As one of the leading electricity producers in West Africa, Côte d'Ivoire plays a strategic role within the West African Power Pool (WAPP). Leveraging an extensive network of regional interconnections, including links with Ghana, Liberia, Mali, Burkina Faso, Benin and Togo, the country continues to export electricity across the region, helping strengthen regional energy security. Continued investment in gas production and power infrastructure is expected to consolidate Côte d'Ivoire's position as one of West Africa's principal energy hubs while supporting greater regional electricity integration
Côte d'Ivoire's gas industry remains closely integrated with its power sector, with natural gas supplying the majority of the country's thermal electricity generation. Modern gas-fired power plants such as Azito, CIPREL and the recently commissioned Atinkou Combined-Cycle Power Plant form the backbone of the national electricity system, delivering reliable baseload power while supporting increasing industrial and residential demand. The growing availability of domestic gas from the Baleine field is expected to further strengthen fuel security for the country's expanding fleet of gas-fired power stations.
To keep pace with sustained economic growth and rising electricity consumption, Côte d'Ivoire continues to invest in new generation capacity. Following the commissioning of the 255 MW Atinkou Power Plant, additional expansion phases remain under development, while the planned 372 MW Songon Combined-Cycle Power Plant is expected to further reinforce the country's generation portfolio. These projects are supported by the government's strategy to increase domestic gas production through the continued development of the Baleine project and future offshore discoveries, ensuring a reliable fuel supply for long-term power generation.
As one of the leading electricity producers in West Africa, Côte d'Ivoire plays a strategic role within the West African Power Pool (WAPP). Leveraging an extensive network of regional interconnections, including links with Ghana, Liberia, Mali, Burkina Faso, Benin and Togo, the country continues to export electricity across the region, helping strengthen regional energy security. Continued investment in gas production and power infrastructure is expected to consolidate Côte d'Ivoire's position as one of West Africa's principal energy hubs while supporting greater regional electricity integration
While recent offshore discoveries have significantly strengthened Côte d'Ivoire's long-term gas outlook, rapidly growing electricity demand and industrial expansion will require continued investment in new gas supply. The ongoing development of the Baleine field, including the Phase 3 expansion approved in 2026, will substantially increase domestic gas production, while the Calao and Calao South discoveries are expected to become major sources of future gas supply. Early resource estimates suggest that Calao could eventually support not only domestic consumption but also create opportunities for future LNG exports.
Beyond Eni's developments, PETROCI Holding continues to promote exploration and production across its offshore acreage in partnership with international operators. Additional appraisal and development drilling is expected over the coming years to accelerate the commercialisation of new gas discoveries and diversify domestic supply sources. These upstream investments are considered essential to maintaining Côte d'Ivoire's position as West Africa's leading gas-to-power market while supporting the country's growing industrial sector.
At the regional level, Côte d'Ivoire is positioning itself to benefit from greater gas market integration. The planned Africa Atlantic Gas Pipeline (AAGP) also known as the Nigeria–Morocco Gas Pipeline would connect Côte d'Ivoire to West Africa's broader gas network through an extension of the West African Gas Pipeline (WAGP). Together with expanding domestic production, this regional infrastructure could strengthen long-term energy security, improve supply flexibility and support continued growth in electricity generation, industrial gas use and regional energy trade.
While recent offshore discoveries have significantly strengthened Côte d'Ivoire's long-term gas outlook, rapidly growing electricity demand and industrial expansion will require continued investment in new gas supply. The ongoing development of the Baleine field, including the Phase 3 expansion approved in 2026, will substantially increase domestic gas production, while the Calao and Calao South discoveries are expected to become major sources of future gas supply. Early resource estimates suggest that Calao could eventually support not only domestic consumption but also create opportunities for future LNG exports.
Beyond Eni's developments, PETROCI Holding continues to promote exploration and production across its offshore acreage in partnership with international operators. Additional appraisal and development drilling is expected over the coming years to accelerate the commercialisation of new gas discoveries and diversify domestic supply sources. These upstream investments are considered essential to maintaining Côte d'Ivoire's position as West Africa's leading gas-to-power market while supporting the country's growing industrial sector.
At the regional level, Côte d'Ivoire is positioning itself to benefit from greater gas market integration. The planned Africa Atlantic Gas Pipeline (AAGP) also known as the Nigeria–Morocco Gas Pipeline would connect Côte d'Ivoire to West Africa's broader gas network through an extension of the West African Gas Pipeline (WAGP). Together with expanding domestic production, this regional infrastructure could strengthen long-term energy security, improve supply flexibility and support continued growth in electricity generation, industrial gas use and regional energy trade.
Côte d'Ivoire's gas market is undergoing a major transformation, with new production from Baleine and promising appraisal prospects like Calao. However, rising energy demand and economic growth necessitate ongoing investment in domestic gas development and infrastructure expansion. LPG consumption is also growing, prompting government efforts to expand storage and transport capacity, particularly aiming to increase access in hinterland areas. One approach under consideration is repurposing the existing petroleum product pipelines between Abidjan and Yamoussoukro for LPG distribution, ensuring broader energy access across the country. The next few years will be crucial in determining how Côte d'Ivoire balances its gas supply and demand, leveraging both domestic resources and regional integration opportunities to sustain economic growth and energy security.
