Coris Banque Announces Expansion to Gabon. Libreville, Gabon — 19 February 2026 Lead Paragraph Gabon’s President, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, has welcomed the President-Director General of Coris Bank International, Idrissa Nassa, during a meeting in Libreville.
The gathering marked the official announcement of Coris Banque’s expansion into the Gabonese market, signifying a significant step in the country’s financial sector development.
Body. During the meeting, President Nguema expressed his delight at Coris Banque’s decision to establish a presence in Gabon, emphasizing the bank’s role in financing key national projects.
In response, Mr.
Nassa reaffirmed Coris Banque’s commitment to becoming a permanent part of Gabon’s economic fabric, supporting both public development policies and private initiatives that create value.
The bank’s expansion plans include contributing to the financing of priority sectors identified by the government, aligning with the nation’s goals for economic transformation and diversification. Coris Banque also intends to build a long-term headquarters in Gabon, underscoring its dedication to the country’s economic and financial development.
According to the Gabonese Presidency, the arrival of Coris Banque is expected to generate both direct and indirect employment, enhance local skills, and stimulate the national financial sector.
The bank, originally founded in Burkina Faso, has established itself as a leading financial group in West and Central Africa, operating in several countries across the region.
The government views Coris Banque’s decision to enter the Gabonese market as a testament to the country’s attractiveness and the confidence investors have in its economic prospects.
This move is anticipated to enrich the national banking landscape, strengthen competition, and diversify the range of financial services available to businesses and the public. Ending.
The details of Coris Banque’s entry into the Gabonese market are expected to be further elaborated in the coming days.
The government remains committed to fostering an environment conducive to investment and development.
