As work on the Abidjan Metro progresses, protecting its future digital systems is becoming a top priority. On Thursday, January 22, 2026, key stakeholders in the project took a decisive step by partnering with the National Cybersecurity Agency of France (ANSSI) for its expertise.

A strategic alliance for critical infrastructure

A delegation comprised of representatives from the Project Management Unit (PMU) and the Abidjan Rail Transport Company (STAR) visited the ANSSI headquarters. Their objective was clear: to strengthen the cybersecurity of a transport network poised to become one of the cornerstones of urban mobility in Côte d'Ivoire.

The discussions brought together key figures in national digital security:

1. Colonel Samassi Aly , Director of the Technology and Operations Division.
2. Commissioner Fofana Mamadou , Director of Investigations.
3. Beugré Jean Jacques , Director of Technical Centers.

Immersion in the "brain" of cyber-vigilance

The highlight of this visit was the discovery of the Security Observation Center (SOC) . A true digital control tower, the SOC allows for:

1. Monitor data streams in real time.
2. Detect the slightest intrusion or anomaly.
3. Coordinate an immediate response in the event of an incident.

Anticipate in order to avoid being affected

Rather than reacting to threats once the metro is in service, experts advocate "security by design ." Discussions focused on developing robust legal and technical frameworks to protect both train management and user data.

"Integrating digital security from the deployment phases is essential to guarantee the continuity of public service and prevent any major vulnerabilities." — ANSSI Experts.