During the Pepit Ivoire Pitch Competition, organized on Tuesday 12 September 2023 by the European Investment Bank (EIB) and sponsored by the Compagnie Financière Africaine (Cofina), the structure “Ayôfè chez Lys”, specialized in The valuation and transformation of plantain bananas into frozen “claclos” was crowned. This recognition ceremony took place on Friday, October 20, 2023.

'ayôfè chez Lys” won the prize for the project with the best potential with an award that resulted in a grant of 5 million CFA francs awarded by Cofina. “Ayôfè chez Lys” distinguished itself by presenting its project to transform plantains into frozen “claclos”, an initiative that not only promotes the use of local products, but also contributes to the diversification of the agri-food industry in Côte d'Ivoire. This structure was founded by an Ivorian entrepreneur who is passionate about promoting local agro-industry. Its concept of frozen “claclos”, made from plantain bananas, is part of a growing trend to consume healthy and local food products. The company was able to demonstrate the feasibility of its project, its potential impact on the économie local area and its commitment to sustainable development.