Ivorian Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé•©️AFP
Yamoussoukro, January 8, 2026.- In Côte d'Ivoire, Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé and all of his government resigned on Wednesday, January 8, 2026, following the 27 December general elections marked by a large victory for the Houphouëtist Rally for Democracy and Peace (RHDP), credited with nearly 77% of the seats in the National Assembly. President Alassane Ouattara accepted the resignation and called for concrete results in the service of the people.
The government's resignation came after the first Council of Ministers of the year, whose scope went beyond mere wishes. In front of the President of the Republic, Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé welcomed the election performance of the Rassemblement des houphouëtistes pour la démocratie et la paix (RHDP), which was described by the President of the Republic.« historical » under the second and third Republic.
With over 77% of the seats won in the 27 December legislative elections, the ruling party consolidates its national anchor. For the outgoing Head of Government, this score translates « Public adherence to vision and policies » President Alassane Ouattara, thus strengthening the legitimacy of the executive to launch a new phase of government action.
Accepting the resignation of his team, the Ivorian Head of State urged the administration and politicians to redouble their efforts, including in improving public services and building infrastructure, while respecting budgetary orthodoxy. A clear message to the future government, expected on tangible results.
Pending the formation of a new team, the outgoing government is responsible for dispatching routine business. Several ministers who have resigned will soon join the National Assembly, where they will sit before they know whether they will be re-elected to the next government team.
W.A. with AFP
