About
Sahara at a Glance
Sahara group is Rooted in Africa. Built for the world
We were founded on a conviction: that an African company could compete globally, build boldly, and lead responsibly. That conviction remains unchanged
30 years experience
In 2026 we mark our 30th year of exploration, discovery, and innovation stemming from our long-term role.
100,000 Employees
African-owned Multinational
10.8 total gas produced
Culture & The Sahara Spirit
The Sahara experience is unique not just because of the rich human resources that constitute our workforce, but also the spirit and the ethos of commitment, resourcefulness and disruptive creativity that underscores how we deliver on our value proposition and achieve shared goals.
Core Practices
Creating and Sustaining Networks
Creating and Sustaining Networks
Creating and Sustaining Networks
Creating and Sustaining Networks
Creating and Sustaining Networks
Core Practices
High-performance expectations
Vision
To be the responsible provider of choice wherever energy is consumed.
Mission
To transform through creativity, determination, and relationship building while continually seeking ways to generate value.
Mission
Built on belief. Sustained by action.
1996
In the beginning
The first Sahara Group company was established with initial focus of trading petroleum products—flagging off our phenomenal journey towards bringing energy to life
1998
The birth of Sahara trade.
Our Group’s trading hub was relocated from Lagos, Nigeria to Geneva, Switzerland – unleashing our global vision
2000
Akwaaba Sahara
Extended our West Africa frontier to Accra, Ghana – with a resounding Akwaaba from the good people of Ghana.
2001
Bienvenue Sahara
Expanded our African footprint to Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire – Vive le Sahara!