Coris Banque Announces Expansion to Gabon, Receives President’s Welcome. Libreville, Gabon — 19 February 2026 Lead Paragraph Coris Banque International, a leading financial institution in West and Central Africa, has announced its intention to establish a presence in Gabon.
The announcement was made during a meeting with the President of the Republic, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, in Libreville, according to a statement from the Gabonese Presidency.
During the meeting, President Nguema expressed his welcome and satisfaction with Coris Banque’s interest in the Gabonese market. He highlighted the bank’s commitment to supporting key national projects and contributing to the country’s economic development.
In response, Idrissa Nassa, the President and CEO of Coris Banque, reaffirmed the group’s dedication to becoming a long-term player in Gabon’s economic landscape, supporting both public development policies and private sector initiatives.
The bank’s expansion plans include constructing a long-term headquarters in Gabon, underscoring its commitment to the nation’s economic and financial growth.
The Presidency noted that Coris Banque’s entry into the market is expected to create both direct and indirect jobs, enhance local skills, and stimulate the national financial sector. Established in Burkina Faso, Coris Banque has grown to be a significant financial group in the region, operating in several countries including Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast, Mali, Togo, Benin, Senegal, Niger, and Guinea-Bissau.
The bank offers financing services to businesses, SMEs/PMIs, and individuals, contributing to the development of national economies and promoting financial inclusion.
The Presidency’s statement suggests that Coris Banque’s upcoming installation in Gabon is a testament to the country’s market attractiveness and the confidence of investors in its economic prospects. This move is expected to enrich the national banking landscape, foster competition, and diversify financial services for the benefit of economic operators and the population.
The President’s meeting with Coris Banque’s leadership signifies the government’s commitment to fostering an attractive, stable, and investment-friendly business environment. Further details regarding the bank’s operational timeline and specific projects it plans to support in Gabon are expected to be announced in the coming days.
