The organization of livestock trade in Côte d'Ivoire is taking a new step towards greater rigor. This Wednesday, May 13, 2026, UNSCOOMACI COOP-CI , through its president Mory Coulibaly, announced a major directive concerning the transport of animals to Sud-Comoé.

An administrative requirement at the borders

From now on, freight forwarders operating at the Ivorian borders as well as traders from Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, Benin and Nigeria have a strict obligation: the mention "destination Grand-Bassam" must appear on all official documents.

This measure applies to all administrative documents, including:

1. Transport macarons.
2. Phytosanitary certificates.
3. Documents issued by the veterinary services.

Cattle and small ruminants: no one escapes it

To avoid any ambiguity in managing the flow of livestock, this rule is not limited to cattle alone. Small ruminants , and particularly sheep, are now subject to the same regulations. The objective is clear: to harmonize procedures for all operators in the sub-region and ensure that no convoy circumvents the established protocols.

Traceability and discipline: the challenges of change

This decision is not merely a bureaucratic formality. It addresses three major challenges for the Grand-Bassam market:

1. Enhanced traceability: Cargo tracking becomes more transparent for veterinary services from the moment of entry into the territory.
2. Optimized logistics: By better anticipating arrivals, the authorities limit the risks of congestion and disorder on commercial circuits.
3. Enhanced health safety: Compliance with standards is facilitated by rigorous and systematic checks at points of entry.

"The authorities and stakeholders involved want to strengthen administrative discipline and guarantee compliance with health standards, in order to ensure a more structured and efficient operation of the regional trade network."

By imposing this administrative marking, UNSCOOMACI COOP-CI intends to make Grand-Bassam a model of regulation and security for livestock trade in West Africa.