SAHEL
Import Export

The Nations of Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger have recently created a new economic community in West Africa: Alliance des États du Sahel - AES
(Alliance of Sahel States)

Sahel Import Export has been founded to focus on providing critical food and petrochemical products to the AES region.

Services

Food

Essential foodstuffs like sugar, corn and cooking oils are crucial in the Sahel States, ensuring basic nutrition, supporting livelihoods and stabilising local markets.

They form the foundation of daily diets, help combat food insecurity and enable regional trade, making them vital for both immediate needs and long-term economic resilience.

Petro

Fuels and fertilisers are essential to the Sahel States, powering transport, irrigation and food production.

Fertilisers boost agricultural yields in harsh climates, while fuel supports daily life and trade. Both are critical for food security, development and regional stability.

Metal

Precious metals are vital to the Sahel States, driving export revenues, attracting investment and supporting livelihoods through mining.

Gold, in particular, is a key economic asset, helping finance governments and stabilise currencies while offering employment in regions with limited alternatives.

Serving The Sahel

SAHEL Import Export specialises in trading in the Sahel region. The Port of Dakar in Senegal plays a crucial role as the primary seaport for Mali, a landlocked country, facilitating trade and transportation between the two nations.

The Dakar-Bamako corridor, which includes road and rail routes, is a major artery for goods moving between Senegal and Mali.

The Port of Dakar, specifically Berth 32, has a dedicated area for vessels destined for Mali, streamlining transit processes and reducing waiting times.

Serving The Sahel

Burkina Faso, another landlocked country, also relies on seaports in neighbouring countries.

Key ports used for shipping to Burkina Faso include Abidjan (Côte d'Ivoire), Lomé (Togo) and Cotonou (Benin) - depending on which region of Burkina Faso is being serviced by SAHEL Import Export.

The Port of Lomé is a significant transshipment centre, in West Africa serving as a gateway for several other landlocked nations and regions, such as Niger and Eastern Mali.

Why clients choose Sahel Import Export?

Access to Local Markets: Critical access to hard-to-reach or underserved markets across landlocked and rural Sahelian areas.
Expertise in Regional Logistics: Deep understanding of the unique infrastructure, customs regulations and cross-border requirements of West African trade corridors.
Commodity Specialisation: Extensive experience in essential goods like foodstuffs, fuel, fertilisers and precious metals – all vital to the region.

Cost and Risk Efficiency: Local partners help reduce delays, manage political and security risks and optimise cost structures.
Government and NGO Partnerships: Strong relationships with public, private and humanitarian agencies, offering compliant, scalable solutions for aid and economic development programmes.
Cultural and Language Familiarity: Regional knowledge helps navigate diverse linguistic, cultural and business norms.