Fourth Marielordivoire International Trophies to be held in Oslo, Norway, on August 15, 2026

This edition, organized by the Nordic African Business Council and the Mutuelle des Familles des Diasporas Ivoiriennes, aims to strengthen relations between Côte d'Ivoire and Norway, and foster cooperation opportunities between Nordic countries and Africa. Fifteen new laureates will be honored for their achievements and contributions to Côte d'Ivoire's development and international standing. These individuals will join the MLDI Ambassadors community, a network embodying values of excellence, commitment, merit, and transmission.

A gala dinner will gather approximately 150 guests, including diplomatic, institutional, economic, and cultural figures, academic representatives, international partners, and members of the Ivorian diaspora from various countries. MLDI, established in 2022, is a traveling international event that highlights Côte d'Ivoire and the excellent achievements of its diaspora. Previous editions were held in Paris 2022, Brussels 2023, and Milan 2024.

The event celebrates individuals from diverse sectors such as entrepreneurship, research, health, arts, culture, education, media, institutions, sports, and innovation, who contribute to Côte d'Ivoire's global influence.