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Strategic Reflection Circle “Abidjan”

Weak signals radar

Still-marginal developments that could reshape West Africa’s strategic environment tomorrow, identified with the STEEP-M foresight scanning grid.

SignalDomainHorizonPlausibilityPotential impactStatus
Politics2 to 5 years3/54/5Emerging
Economy2 to 5 years3/54/5Emerging
Military0 to 2 years2/53/5Emerging
Society0 to 2 years4/53/5Strengthening
Economy2 to 5 years4/54/5Strengthening
Economy0 to 2 years5/55/5Confirmed
Military0 to 2 years5/55/5Confirmed
Technology0 to 2 years4/53/5Strengthening
Military0 to 2 years5/54/5Strengthening

Initial entries compiled from public sources, verified on 14 September 2026. Facts are linked to their source; plausibility, impact, horizon and status are an indicative assessment, to be validated by the Circle.