Mayelia PARTICIPATIONS acquires historic SICTA to reshape Ivory Coast’s auto safety sector

Mayelia PARTICIPATIONS, a diversified African investment group, has formally acquired the Société Ivoirienne de Contrôle Technique Automobile (SICTA), the long-standing leader in vehicle inspection services across Côte d’Ivoire. This strategic move marks a significant milestone in the group’s expansion and commitment to enhancing road safety standards in West Africa.

During a press briefing held in Abidjan earlier this year, David Fofana, CEO of Mayelia PARTICIPATIONS, discussed the integration of SICTA and highlighted the group’s progress one year after its full operational takeover. By absorbing this 50-year-old institution, Mayelia not only inherits decades of expertise but also introduces modern innovation to streamline and elevate service delivery in the automotive inspection sector.

Transforming user experience and aligning with national road safety goals

One of the group’s primary objectives is to drastically improve the customer experience. This ambition is backed by Mayelia’s proven track record in optimizing service efficiency—most notably with Mayelia Automotive, where wait times were reduced to just 30 minutes upon launch, setting a new benchmark in the industry.

In line with the government’s ‘Zero Tolerance’ road safety initiative, Mayelia PARTICIPATIONS positions itself as a vital partner to the state. By reinforcing vehicle inspection standards, the group plays a direct role in reducing road accidents and saving lives, thereby supporting broader public health and safety objectives.

From automotive inspections to a panafrican business ecosystem

Beyond its core focus on vehicle safety, Mayelia PARTICIPATIONS has evolved into a dynamic, multisectoral enterprise with a bold vision for Africa. Currently operational in two countries, the group manages a portfolio of six strategic subsidiaries that span critical industries:

• Mayelia Mobilité – advancing mobility solutions across West Africa;
• CIEIRIA – driving digital transformation and technological innovation;
• Mayelia Academy – empowering the next generation through vocational training;
• Mayelia Automotive Côte d’Ivoire and Mayelia Automotive Guinée – expanding vehicle inspection excellence beyond Ivory Coast;
• SICTA – the newly integrated flagship in Côte d’Ivoire’s automotive safety landscape.

This diversified yet cohesive strategy reflects Mayelia’s commitment to sustainable growth, regional integration, and creating shared value across Africa’s evolving economic landscape.