The landscape of agricultural higher education is expanding in Côte d'Ivoire. On Saturday, June 20, 2026, the private university FOANI ITC ( International Training College ) was officially inaugurated in Agnibilékrou. This new elite institution aims to train a new generation of professionals capable of modernizing and sustainably transforming the Ivorian and African agricultural sector.

The official ceremony took place in the presence of key government figures, including:

1. Sidi Tiémoko Touré , Minister of Animal and Fisheries Resources (sponsor of the event).
2. Siandou Fofana , Minister of Tourism and Leisure.
3. Numerous administrative, customary, religious authorities and technical partners.

A forward-looking educational triptych

Conceived as a true center of excellence, FOANI ITC's educational project rests on three essential strategic pillars to meet the challenges of modern agriculture:

1. The pastoral farm for the control of animal production.
2. Agricultural technologies 4.0 to integrate innovation and digital technology into field practices.
3. Cash crops to optimize key sectors of the economy.

Comprehensive courses: from state diplomas to specialized certifications

The university caters to both students seeking academic degrees and professionals looking for technical specialization.

1. Academic Programs (BTS and Bachelor's Degree levels)

The institution covers the entire agricultural value chain through several cutting-edge sectors:

1. Plant and animal production
2. Agrifood, food science and technology
3. Agricultural machinery and logistics
4. Sustainable development and management of agricultural professional organizations

2. Qualifying and Certification Training Programs

To meet niche needs and encourage self-employment, FOANI ITC offers specialized practical modules:

1. Specific livestock farming: Beekeeping (honey), fish farming (fish), pig farming (pigs), rabbit farming (rabbits), snail farming (snails) and mushroom farming (fungi).
2. Plant production: Advanced techniques for food and cash crops.

Professional integration at the heart of the strategy

The institution rejects purely theoretical training in favor of embracing a pragmatic model.

FOANI ITC's credo: "Learning by doing" The institution's pedagogy prioritizes total immersion in the field and the direct alignment between the skills taught and the needs of the job market.

Ms. Ouattara Aïcha Coulibaly , the university's director, reaffirmed her commitment to producing highly competitive graduates. For El Hadj Ali Ouattara , the founding president of the FOANI group, this institution represents a concrete response to the critical challenges of food security, the promotion of local products, and youth entrepreneurship in Africa.