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Senegal: President Bassirou Diomaye Faye inaugurates the SAF Ingredients factory
By: Charilogone Editorial StaffAs part of his visit to the North Territorial Pole, the President of the Republic of Senegal, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, inaugurated the SAF Ingredients plant located in Ross Bethio on Friday, June 13, 2025. This pioneering facility in Africa is dedicated to processing onion into powder and strips. Thanks to cutting-edge technology and a commitment to sustainability, this investment promises major advances in the country's food security and economic development.
SAF Ingredients has established itself as a key player in the Senegalese agribusiness sector, with an innovative transformation process that leverages local resources while minimizing environmental impact. The plant operates using a biomass boiler fueled by rice husks, demonstrating an ecological and sustainable approach.
This investment has several strategic objectives:
Reducing agricultural losses through better onion preservation.
Strengthening food security by improving the availability of processed products.
Reducing dependence on imports, promoting the country's economic autonomy.
Creating jobs and stimulating the local economy.
The commissioning of this plant marks a significant step forward for the Senegalese agricultural sector, by integrating sustainable solutions at the heart of production.
The inauguration of the SAF Ingredients plant represents a major milestone for Senegal in its quest for agro-industrial innovation and food security. By focusing on environmentally friendly technologies and the development of local resources, this investment reflects a strong ambition for modernization and economic autonomy. This initiative is part of a sustainable development dynamic that could inspire other similar projects in Africa.
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