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Ivorian Fily Sissoko Appointed World Bank Director for Mozambique and Four Other Countries

Ivorian Fily Sissoko Appointed World Bank Director for Mozambique and Four Other Countries
Wednesday, 02 July 2025 18:14

• Fily Sissoko will oversee a $8.5 billion World Bank portfolio spanning Mozambique, Madagascar, Mauritius, Comoros, and Seychelles.
• His mission includes aligning projects with national priorities and strengthening partnerships with governments and stakeholders.
• Sissoko succeeds Idah Pswarayi-Riddihough, who served four and a half years in the role.

The World Bank announced on July 1 the appointment of Fily Sissoko as division director for Mozambique, Madagascar, Mauritius, Comoros, and Seychelles. Based in Maputo, Mozambique, Sissoko will lead the institution’s engagements with the governments of these five countries and coordinate with development partners and local stakeholders.

His new role includes managing a regional portfolio of 63 projects totaling $8.5 billion in commitments. These projects span key sectors such as education, health, energy, agriculture, infrastructure, social protection, governance, and private sector development.

A national of Ivory Coast, Sissoko brings over 23 years of experience in international development. He replaces Idah Pswarayi-Riddihough, who held the position for four and a half years.Prior to his appointment, Sissoko served as the World Bank country director for Togo and previously led governance programs for the Bank in the East Asia and Pacific region.

His appointment comes at a critical time, as these countries face intertwined economic, social, and climate challenges, but also present unique opportunities for transformative growth.

This article was initially published in French by Charlène N’dimon

Edited in English by Ange Jason Quenum

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