Governance
Discover UFRA's governance, its president and the members of the Board of Directors.
Message from the President
M. Chérif SYLLA
President of the Université Française d'Abidjan (UFRA)Dear students, future leaders and decision-makers,
Welcome to the Université Française d'Abidjan (UFRA). A university of excellence, turned toward the future, where every academic path is built with rigour, ambition and international openness.
Choosing UFRA means choosing quality education, at the crossroads of African and international standards. It also means joining a unique academic ecosystem, backed by prestigious partnerships with the École Supérieure de Gestion (ESG) and the École Supérieure de Génie Informatique (ESGI), members of the Galileo Global Education group, France's leading private higher-education group.
At UFRA, we train a new generation of competent, responsible and visionary professionals, capable of innovating and actively contributing to the development of their environment.
Our programmes - Bachelor's, MBA and Executive MBA - offer: - Dual academic recognition: a degree accredited by the State of Côte d'Ivoire and a degree recognised by the French State; - Content designed in collaboration with experts, HR directors and executives from various sectors; - Rigorous, hands-on supervision centred on practice, innovation and employability; - An exceptional network fostering exchange, opportunity and leadership.
Beyond its teaching, UFRA aims to be a true accelerator of success. Every day, we support our students and executives in building a sustainable future, where skills, creativity and ethics become the drivers of their success.
Welcome to the Université Française d'Abidjan, where your ambitions come to life and turn into impact.
Chérif SYLLA President of the Université Française d'Abidjan (UFRA)
The Board of Directors
M. Chérif SYLLA
President of UFRA · Chief Executive Officer, DEX Capital LLCMr. Chérif Sylla is a seasoned professional with more than 25 years of experience in corporate management, specialising in finance, strategic management and operational marketing. His extensive career across sectors such as banking, the stock exchange, private equity and insurance gives him invaluable expertise.
Pr Marcel JABERT
Honorary President · Former Rector of UFRAMr. Jabert Marcel is a distinguished member of the Scientific Committee of the Université Française d'Abidjan. With an impressive academic background, he holds several degrees, including a PhD in Statistical Economics, a DEA in Communication Sciences, and a Magistère in Organisation and Computing obtained at Paris-Dauphine.
M. Don DUSSEY
Chief Executive Officer, Premium Partners, Côte d'IvoireMr. Don Dussey is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in business and communications. He currently serves as CEO of Premium Partners, a B2B company he co-founded in January 2021.
M. Charles FIBERESSIMA
Chief Executive Officer, Banque Sahélo-Saharienne pour l'Investissement et le Commerce (BSIC), BeninMr. Charles Fiberessima has extensive experience in the banking sector, with more than 15 years serving various financial institutions. He currently serves as Chief Executive Officer of Banque Sahélo-Saharienne pour l'Investissement et le Commerce (BSIC) in Benin since July 2022. He previously served as Deputy Chief Executive Officer at the same bank in Côte d'Ivoire from March 2019 to June 2022, where he contributed to defining and implementing operational strategies.
Mme De Ghimelle KARABOUE
Chief Information Security Officer, AFG HOLDING GroupMrs. De Ghimelle KARABOUE is a professional with 19 years of experience in Côte d'Ivoire and Europe, gained at leading companies such as ORANGE, Bouygues Energies & Services, the European Space Agency (ESA), General Electric Healthcare, and L'Oréal Europe. These varied experiences allowed her to master both the technical and interpersonal skills required in complex technological environments.
M. Yacouba DIABATÉ
Chief Executive Officer, SABEM, Burkina FasoMr. Yacouba Diabaté is a dynamic professional committed to the fields of management and marketing. With an MBA from IAE Paris and a Master 2 in Business Management from Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne, he combines strong academic training with extensive field experience.