Alassane Ouattara has served as the President of Côte d’Ivoire since 2010. A member of the Islamic Dioula people, his family lineage traces back to the historic Muslim rulers of the Kong Empire. He previously served as Governor of the BCEAO and Deputy Managing Director of the IMF. His ascent to the presidency brought crucial political representation to Côte d’Ivoire’s historically marginalized Muslim-majority north. Since taking office, his administration has driven massive infrastructure projects, elevating Côte d’Ivoire into a premier West African economic powerhouse. He was re-elected to a fourth term in late 2025.