Our company

Building a prosperous, responsible and forward-looking company

S.I.C.T — Société Internationale de Commerce et de Trading — is a dynamic company based in Dakar, Senegal, specialising in food commodities, freight logistics and trading.

Who we are

Trust built one operation at a time

Since its inception, S.I.C.T has specialised in food commodities, freight logistics and trading. Our mission is to deliver high-quality services while upholding ethical standards and building lasting relationships with our clients.

We firmly believe in the importance of integrity across all our operations, which allows us to build solid trust with our clientele. Innovation sits at the heart of our strategy, allowing us to adapt our services to shifting market needs.

We are also committed to contributing to the economic and social development of our community by supporting local initiatives and creating jobs. Our team is made up of dedicated professionals, trained to deliver exceptional service and meet our clients' expectations.

International trade container lifted by a crane
Lorry and container vessel at the port
Our story

From a transport operation to a multi-division group

S.I.C.T began operations in 2018 and was officially incorporated in 2021. Founded by Mr El Hadji Mamadou Diaw, the company quickly established itself in transport and logistics, import-export, and the sale and marketing of various products.

  • 2018 Operations begin

    First transport and logistics operations in Senegal.

  • 2021 S.I.C.T officially incorporated

    The company is structured around import-export and trading.

  • Today Five business divisions

    Transport & logistics, import-export, food commodities, international trade and real estate development.

Vision & mission

What drives us forward

Our mission

  • Offer quality food products, within everyone's reach.
  • Meet market needs with rigour, responsiveness and reliability.
  • Actively contribute to food security across the sub-region.

Our values

  • Integrity and professionalism guide every action we take.
  • Client satisfaction sits at the heart of our priorities.
  • Innovation, responsibility and closeness define our culture.

Our commitments

  • Guarantee a steady supply of quality products.
  • Offer competitive prices while meeting all standards.
  • Support local development and act responsibly.
2018Operations began
2021Officially incorporated
5Business divisions
11+Flagship products
El Hadji Mamadou Diaw, founder and managing director of S.I.C.T
A word from the director

Our experience in international trade and strategic management has given us a global perspective on economic, logistical and human questions. That experience guides us today in running our activities efficiently and sustainably, in step with realities on the ground.

We are convinced that economic development cannot be separated from social progress. In West Africa, every initiative, every investment and every partnership must have a tangible impact: creating added value, but also strengthening the social fabric, promoting local employment and helping improve living conditions.

This philosophy guides our daily work at S.I.C.T., and it is in this spirit that we strive to build a prosperous, responsible and forward-looking company.

El Hadji Mamadou Diaw Founder & Managing Director

Let's work together

Tell us what you need and we will come back with a concrete proposal.