Dr Edouard Fonh-Gbéi receives prestigious honors in Abidjan
During the recent Soirée des Bâtisseurs de l’économie africaine held on Thursday, June 18, 2026, in Abidjan, the Director General of the National Committee for Remote Sensing and Geographic Information (CNTIG), Dr Edouard Fonh-Gbéi, was presented with a significant distinction. This award highlights his commitment to advancing technological solutions within the region.
Upon receiving the accolade, Dr Fonh-Gbéi expressed that the achievement belongs to his entire staff. He described the honor as a reflection of a dedicated team working with conviction and passion to meet daily challenges. For the Director General, this recognition serves as a catalyst to pursue even greater milestones with increased rigor and impact.
A career dedicated to technological advancement
Dr Edouard Fonh-Gbéi took the helm of CNTIG in 2012 following an international selection process. As a geodesy engineer holding a doctorate in civil engineering with a specialization in satellite geodesy, he brought over two decades of international expertise to the role. Under his guidance, the promotion of geographic information technologies has become a vital component of the economic growth in Côte d’Ivoire.
His leadership has successfully positioned the institution as a central pillar in the digitalization of national territories. “I accept this award with gratitude, seeing it as a call to move forward with more ambition. The most significant work is still ahead of us,” he remarked during the ceremony.
The Builders of the African Economy forum, established in 2006, continues to serve as a premier platform for celebrating excellence and merit in entrepreneurship and business across the continent.
