Executive Management
TROPIC AGROCHEM
IMPORTChairman & CEO of Tropic Agrochem (Burkina Faso) – President of WAFA since 2024
As Chairman and CEO of Tropic Agrochem, a leading Burkinabè supplier of high-quality agricultural inputs, Al Hassane Sienou leads a company committed to innovation and sustainability. With over 30 years of experience in the sector, he also serves as Vice-President of the Burkinabè Employers' Association and the Burkinabè Shippers' Council.
Elected President of WAFA in 2024, he steers his mandate towards regional integration and agricultural sovereignty, focusing on five strategic pillars: facilitating access to financing, strengthening regional cooperation, promoting sustainable agriculture, enhancing market access for members, and consolidating the association's institutional framework.
GOLDEN FERTILIZER
BLEND
Managing Director of Golden Fertilizer (Nigeria) – First Vice-President of WAFA
At the helm of Golden Fertilizer, a subsidiary of Flour Mills of Nigeria and a specialist in blending, Oselegun Falade puts his negotiation skills and network at the service of WAFA. He lays the groundwork for his mandate on the development of strategic programs and the expansion of regional partnerships. He effectively coordinates WAFA programs and forges key partnerships for our development.
AGRO WEST AFRICA
BLEND
Managing Director of Agro West Africa (Côte d’Ivoire) – 2nd Vice-President (Finance) of WAFA – President of APECI
As Managing Director of Agro West Africa, a key player in Côte d’Ivoire’s agribusiness sector, and President of the Association of Fertilizer Professionals of Côte d’Ivoire (APECI), Zoumana Bakayoko is a seasoned entrepreneur and financial strategist. Known for his rigor and vision, he oversees WAFA’s financial operations, ensuring budgetary transparency and the long-term viability of the association’s initiatives.
TOGUNA AGRO INDUSTRIES
BLENDManaging Director of Toguna Agro Industries (Mali) – Secretary General of WAFA
At the head of Toguna Agro Industries — the main producer and blender of mineral and organic fertilizers, Oumar Guindo leads an integrated platform (production, accredited laboratory, R&D, and agronomic services). A man of both the field and thought, he puts his operational expertise, mastery of processes, and sense of service to benefit the administration of the association, ensuring fluidity and responsiveness while fostering trust among the members.
SOCIETE AFRICAINE DE DISTRIBUTION SAD
IMPORTDirector of SAD (Mali) – Treasurer of WAFA
At the head of the African Distribution Company (SAD), a key player in the import and distribution of inputs in Mali, Youssouf Coulibaly embodies discreet rigor and recognized integrity. As Treasurer of WAFA, he ensures reliable and transparent financial management, strengthening trust within the association.
Board Members
SANGOYE
IMPORTFormer President of WAFA (2014–2024) – Honorary President of WAFA
With a decade at the helm of WAFA, he now serves as Honorary President. He oversees the organization of WAFA’s forums, colloquia, and conferences, while ensuring the association’s strategic representation at regional and international events. A true consensus-builder, he leverages his expertise to enhance WAFA’s visibility and institutional standing.
United Fertilizers Compagny Nigeria Limited
PRODUCER
SAHELIENNE D'ENTREPRISE DE DISTRIBUTION EN AGROBUSINESS SEDAB SARL
IMPORT
Finance Secretary – Founder of SEDAB (Senegal)
Founder of the Sahélienne company for agrobusiness distribution, a Senegalese leader in seed and input distribution, Moulaye Kandé combines entrepreneurial spirit with strategic wisdom. Within WAFA, he structures our financial mechanisms with rigor and vision, ensuring sustainability and innovation for all collective projects.
GNOUMANI SA
IMPORT
Managing Director of Gnounani SA (Mali) – Deputy Treasurer of WAFA
Heading Gnounani SA, a major inputs distributor, Mamadou Bah combines strategic vision with field pragmatism. He assists the Treasurer in ensuring WAFA’s financial robustness.
CAFCOD AGRO-INDUSTRIES
BLENDManaging Director of Cafcod Agro Industries (Burkina Faso) – Demand Creation Secretary of WAFA
Dynamic entrepreneur, Mohamed Haidara leads Cafcod Agro Industries, specializing in the distribution of agricultural inputs. His energy and commitment enhance the visibility of WAFA, boosting demand and promoting the adoption of good agricultural practices.
AGRITRADE
IMPORTDirector of Agritrade (Côte d’Ivoire) – Communication Secretary of WAFA
Leading Agritrade, a major distribution company, Malick Niang excels in digital and institutional communication. He orchestrates WAFA’s media strategy, press relations, and social presence to showcase our initiatives.
MATRIX FERTILIZER LTD
BLEND
ICS/INDORAMA
PRODUCER
Business Development Manager West Africa – Indorama (Senegal) – Secretary for Research and Development, WAFA
As Business Development Manager for West Africa at Indorama, Manoj Patel plays a key role in driving innovation and strengthening the fertilizer sector across the region. As WAFA’s Secretary for Research and Development, he leads efforts to improve formulations, adapt them to West African soils, and reinforce technical partnerships.
ASTOL SAS
IMPORT
Managing Director of ASTOL (Senegal) – Secretary for Training, WAFA
At the head of ASTOL, a Senegalese structure specialized in the distribution of agricultural inputs, Khalifa Diéye is committed to strengthening the capacities of stakeholders in the sector. As the Secretary of Training of WAFA, he designs and coordinates training programs tailored to the current challenges of agriculture in West Africa.
NIGER INTRANTS
IMPORT
Director of Niger Intrants (Niger) – Secretary for Farmer Engagement & Extension, WAFA
As Director of Niger Intrants, a network focused on agricultural input distribution and field advisory services, Abdoulaye Oumar Dia is recognized for his strong connection to the field and his commitment to local producers. As WAFA’s Secretary for Farmer Engagement & Extension, he oversees awareness campaigns, field demonstrations, and direct interactions with cooperatives and farmers across the region.
MANGARA
BLENDFounder of Mangara Agribusiness (Sierra Leone) – Secretary for Gender Inclusion, WAFA
As a committed entrepreneur and founder of Mangara Agribusiness in Sierra Leone, Sinkarie Sesay advocates for inclusive and sustainable agriculture. Her work focuses on empowering women across agricultural value chains and promoting gender equity. As WAFA’s Secretary for Gender Inclusion, she ensures that gender perspectives are integrated into all of the association’s programs and strategies.
CALAFI SARL
IMPORT
Managing Director of CALAFI SARL (Togo) – Secretary for Youth Integration, WAFA
As Managing Director of CALAFI SARL, a Togolese company focused on input distribution and youth empowerment, Lambert Nayante represents a new wave of agricultural leadership. As WAFA’s Secretary for Youth Integration, he champions the inclusion of young people in regional agricultural dynamics through training, entrepreneurship, and access to opportunities.
Member countries
Wafa Membership
Membership
CONDITIONS OF MEMBERSHIP
(According to the bylaws and rules of procedure)
1 - The applicant may be a legal or natural person
2 - Applicant must have a representative professional activity in fertilizer business in West Africa : industrial producer, blender, importer.
3 - Applicant must be from an ECOWAS country
4 - The applicant must specify the type of membership he wishes: active member, associate member, honorary member.
5 - The applicant must approve the statutes and the rules of procedure
6 - The applicant must undertake to pay his membership fees and cotisations ;
These last 3 points (4, 5, 6) are specified on the Membership Application Form.
PROCEDURE:
- Receipt of a formal demand : by mail or membership application form.
- Checking of the nature of the applicant (legal or natural person)
- Checking of the country from which the applicant is registered (ECOWAS)
- Examination of the business activity and the quality of the applicant (by the member of the board in charge of this country, using the validation questionnaire)
- If the opinion of this board member is favorable, approval of the board.
- Sending the statutes and rules of procedure to the applicant
- Sending of a blank application form (if the demand was a mail)
- Receipt of the membership form duly folded, signed and sealed.
- Registration of membership by the board.
- If the opinion of this board member or any other is unfavorable,
- Negative response to the applicant (without justification).
Members List
| Name | Country | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| Name | Country | Activity |
| SOLEVO | COTE D'IVOIRE | IMPORT |
| OCP AFRICA | COTE D'IVOIRE | IMPORT |
| EXPORT TRADING GROUP ETG | COTE D'IVOIRE | IMPORT |
| OLAM AGRI | COTE D'IVOIRE | IMPORT |
| OMNIFERT | GHANA | IMPORT |
| CIPAM | BURKINA FASO | BLEND |
| ETW AGRI INVEST | BURKINA FASO | IMPORT |
| FASOFERT | BUFKINA FASO | IMPORT |
| GLOBUS INTERNATIONAL | BURKINA FASO | IMPORT |
| IFCA | BURKINA FASO | BLEND |
| SOCIETE D'EXPLOITATION DES PHOSPHATES DU BURKINA FASO (SEPB) | BURKINA FASO | PRODUCER |
| SOPAM / FERTAFRICA | BURKINA FASO | IMPORT |
| TROPIC AGROCHEM | BURKINA FASO | IMPORT |
| AGRITRADE | COTE D'IVOIRE | IMPORT |
| AGRO WEST AFRICA | COTE D'IVOIRE | BLEND |
| INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS GLOBAL | GAMBIA | IMPORT |
| SEAP-CI | COTE D'IVOIRE | BLEND |
| ACCRA COMPOST AND RECYCLING PLANT | GHANA | PRODUCER |
| EKAP GUINEE | GUINEE | IMPORT |
| CARRIERES ET CHAUX DU MALI SA (CCM-SA) | MALI | PRODUCER |
| DOUCOURE PARTENAIRE AGRO (DPA) | MALI | BLEND |
| ELEPHANT VERT | MALI | PRODUCER |
| GNOUMANI SA | MALI | IMPORT |
| GREAT QUEST FERTILIZER | MALI | PRODUCER |
| SANGOYE SARL | MALI | IMPORT |
| SOCIETE AFRICAINE DE DISTRIBUTION (SAD) | MALI | IMPORT |
| SOCIETE AG MOHAMED HOULOULOU | MALI | IMPORT |
| SODIFA | MALI | BLEND |
| SOGEFERT | MALI | BLEND |
| SOMADECO | MALI | IMPORT |
| TOGUNA AGRO INDUSTRIES | MALI | PRODUCER/BLEND/IMPORT/DISTRIBUTION |
| PARTENAIRE AGRICOLE | MALI | IMPORT |
| AGRO TROPIC | MALI | IMPORT |
| AGRO NIGER CONSULT Sarl | NIGER | IMPORT |
| BARHAMA-NEA | NIGER | IMPORT |
| FERME SEMENCIERE | NIGER | IMPORT |
| NIGER INTRANTS | NIGER | IMPORT |
| SOAPAM | NIGER | IMPORT |
| MANOMA SA | NIGER | IMPORT |
| LA NIGERIENNE DES SERVICES | NIGER | IMPORT |
| HENRY SPENCER NIGERIA LIMITED | NIGERIA | PRODUCER |
| ALBARKA FERTILISER BLENDING CHEMICAL CO. | NIGERIA | BLEND |
| AR-RAHIM SYNERGY | NIGERIA | IMPORT |
| DANGOTE FERTILIZER | NIGERIA | PRODUCER |
| INTRIO SYNERGY | NIGERIA | BLEND |
| KANO AGRICULTURAL SUPPLY COMPANY | NIGERIA | BLEND |
| KAURA SUPPLIES & MARKETING COMPANY | NIGERIA | BLEND |
| MBS MERCHANTS | NIGERIA | BLEND |
| ZAMFARA STATE FERTILIZER COMPANY | NIGERIA | BLEND |
| NOTORE | NIGERIA | BLEND |
| United Fertilizers Company Nigeria Limited | NIGERIA | BLEND |
| ZARA ENERGY RESOURCES | NIGERIA | IMPORT |
| Matrix Fertilizer Limited | NIGERIA | BLEND |
| ALYUMA FERTILIZER AND CHEMICAL LTD | NIGERIA | BLEND |
| GREENTED AGRO SERVICES LIMITED | NIGERIA | BLEND |
| AGROPHYTEX | SENEGAL | IMPORT |
| SEDAB | SENEGAL | IMPORT |
| INDORAMA ICS | SENEGAL | PRODUCER |
| ASTOL SAS | SENEGAL | IMPORT |
| AMAFRIQUE | SENEGAL | IMPORT |
| FERMAGRO | SENEGAL | IMPORT |
| TSE AFRIQUE | SENEGAL | IMPORT |
| TRANSFERT AFRICA SAU | SENEGAL | IMPORT |
| PREST NIAYES | SENEGAL | IMPORT |
| MANGARA AGRIBUSINESS COMPANY | SIERRA LEONE | BLEND |
| TJAL ENTERPRISES. | SIERRA LEONE | IMPORT |
| SEED TECH INTERNATIONAL (SL) LIMITED | SIERRA LEONE | IMPORT |
| BIOCHEM | TOGO | IMPORT |
| FREDO VANOS | TOGO | IMPORT |
| INTERTRADE | TOGO | IMPORT |
| STD | TOGO | IMPORT |
| GROUPE DEC | TOGO | IMPORT |
| CONSORTIUM IYATAN NLOUWA SA | TOGO | IMPORT |
| NUTRISOURCE TOGO | TOGO | BLEND |
| MAGNIFIC'ORSE | TOGO | BLEND |
| CALAFI SARL | TOGO | IMPORT |
| ELISEE COTRANE | TOGO | IMPORT |
| ASPRODEB | SENEGAL | IMPORT |
| AGRIMAIF | NIGER | IMPORT |
| SOFIIA | NIGER | PRODUCER |
| INVESS AGRICULTURE LTD | GHANA | IMPORT |
| AMG | GHANA | BLEND |
| FERTAGRO FERTILIZER GHANA LTD | GHANA | IMPORT |
| ALFAROUK | MALI | IMPORT |
| ARC EN CIEL | MALI | IMPORT |
| VETO SERVICE | BENIN | IMPORT |
| MA BENDU FARMS | LIBERIA | IMPORT |
| GOLDEN FERTILIZER | NIGERIA | BLEND |
| FERTILIZER FILLER | NIGERIA | PRODUCER |