Upstream
Leading independent E&P player with 8 oil and gas assets across Africa.
We are Sahara
Rooted in Africa. Built globally.
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Midstream
Africa's leading crude and products trading business — active across four continents.
Downstream
20+ years in petroleum procurement, bulk sales, and global distribution.
Power
The largest privately owned vertically integrated power company in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Infrastructure
Transformative infrastructure projects addressing critical deficits across Sub-Saharan Africa.
History
Three decades of innovation.
1996
In the beginning
Our first company launched with a focus on petroleum products trading — the start of bringing energy to life.
1996
In the beginning
Our first company launched with a focus on petroleum products trading — the start of bringing energy to life.
2001
Bienvenue Sahara
Expanded to Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire — extending our West African footprint after Ghana in 2000.
2001
Bienvenue Sahara
Expanded to Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire — extending our West African footprint after Ghana in 2000.
2006
Upstream Expansion
Acquired deepwater Niger Delta assets OPL 284 & 286. Commissioned West Africa's first non-IOC storage depot.
2006
Upstream Expansion
Acquired deepwater Niger Delta assets OPL 284 & 286. Commissioned West Africa's first non-IOC storage depot.
2010
Strategic Partnerships
Strategic refining partnership with SIR in Côte d'Ivoire. Trading and storage operations launched in the UAE.
2010
Strategic Partnerships
Strategic refining partnership with SIR in Côte d'Ivoire. Trading and storage operations launched in the UAE.
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Breaking ground since 1996.
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Latest from Sahara
Maritime · May 2026
Sahara Group's Mauritania Bunkering Operations Boost Africa's Maritime Trade Corridor
Sahara's Mauritania bunkering ops strengthen Africa's maritime energy supply.
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Aviation · Apr 2026
Asharami Synergy Deepens Aviation Fuelling Leadership Through Global Partnerships at IATA Energy Forum
Finance · Mar 2026
Sahara Energy Resource Wins TXF Revolving Credit Facility of the Year Award
Sustainability · Feb 2026
Sahara Group 2025 Sustainability Report Underscores 'Beyond Energy' Commitment Globally
Power · Jan 2026
Sahara Power Group Advocates Digital Grid to Drive Reliable Power Supply
People & Culture
My Sahara Story
Stories from the people building Sahara across markets, disciplines, and generations.
Working at Sahara has been exciting and insightful — my growth has been met with overwhelming support. I've found a family here.
Damilola Jibunoh
Sahara Energy International, Geneva
Sahara gave me an exceptional opportunity to grow, expand my knowledge, and develop new skills. Thank you Sahara Family!
Alina Spada
Sahara, Geneva
Walking in on my first day, the sense of togetherness was immediate — everyone knew each other and the welcome was genuine.
Ishaan Sokhi
Sahara Energy Resources DMCC, Dubai
The culture here encourages ownership. You are trusted to solve problems, learn quickly, and keep raising the standard.
Nkechi Opara
Sahara Power Group, Lagos
Every project reminds me that energy is ultimately about people — the teams we build and the communities we serve.
Femi Adebayo
Sahara Foundation