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Historique de la SoBAA

Since its conception up until today.

Créée en 2023, la Société Béninoise des Aménagements Agricoles (SoBAA) is the result of a strategic partnership between the Beninese government and ARISE IIP. Together, they are committed to sustainably transforming the agricultural sector in Benin by developing innovative solutions and promoting sustainable practices to meet both current and future agricultural challenges.

The company focuses primarily on the development of agricultural land to enhance operational efficiency. Through significant structural investments and the steadfast commitment of the Beninese government, SoBAA positions itself as a leading player in precision agriculture and the sustainable management of agricultural resources in Benin. Its objective is to achieve full control over water resources by implementing modern, high-performance irrigation systems, thereby ensuring optimal water management for the country's agricultural sector.

Our Services

Complete solutions for the agricultural sector in Benin

SoBAA offers an extensive range of services designed to modernize and improve agriculture.

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Agricultural Land Development

Conception et réalisation de projets agricoles visant à améliorer l’utilisation des terres.

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Implementation of Advanced Irrigation Systems

Design and implementation of agricultural projects aimed at improving land use.

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Management of Agricultural Infrastructure

Construction and maintenance of key infrastructures, including roads, canals, and other essential facilities.

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Consulting in Rural Development and Agricultural Business Management

Providing technical and strategic guidance to farmers for optimising their operations.

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Training farmers and promoting best agricultural practices.

Training initiatives aimed at delivering the most up-to-date and sustainable agricultural practices.

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Management of hydro-agricultural areas

Offering maintenance and management services for hydro-agricultural infrastructure to enhance yields, with technical assistance and training for agricultural players.

Key partner

Our presence in Africa

Impact in Benin and across the continent

Mainly operating in Benin, the SoBAA is destined to be a key partner in the development of the country's agriculture. Working alongside local authorities, our goal is to create agricultural infrastructure that benefits the entire value chain.

We are convinced that by continuing to work with diligence and innovation, SoBAA will contribute to the modernization of Beninese agriculture in order to achieve more sustainable agricultural production, competitive at the regional level et worldwide. Our goal is to expand our initiatives and share our expertise to sustainably transform the agricultural sector and make it globally competitive impactful across all regions of the Republic of Benin.

Notre vision

Our vision for the coming years

Our goal is to maintain our growth as a leader in agricultural innovation in Benin and West Africa. SoBAA strives to:

In the short and medium term

To integrate cutting-edge agricultural technologies (smart farming, drones, sensors) to improve crop yields, as well as train and support farmers to ensure continuity and generational succession in the sector.

In the long term

To strengthen our commitment to sustainable development and the fight against climate change through resilient agricultural practices.

With a long-term horizon

Étendre nos activités au-delà du Bénin pour toucher de nouveaux marchés en Afrique de l’Ouest.

Managing Director

Message from the Managing Director

Poubarlen SOOBRAYDOO

Since its establishment in April 2023, the Société Béninoise des Aménagements Agricoles S.A. (SoBAA) s’est engagée à transformer le paysage agricole du Bénin. Dans le cadre du Programme d’Actions du Gouvernement, la SoBAA est née à travers un partenariat public-privé entre l’État béninois et le groupe Arise IIP. La SoBAA a pour vocation de moderniser l’agriculture béninoise pour la rendre plus résiliente, productive et attractive. A travers nos actions, nous posons les fondations d’un secteur agricole moderne et durable, contribuant à la transformation structurelle de l’économie nationale. Our Services range from the project ownership to the management of irrigated areas and plantations, including land development and the promotion of large-scale agricultural crops. SoBAA plays a central role in the development of agricultural and hydro-agricultural infrastructure, in collaboration with the Beninese State, local authorities, and various private and public partners.
Nous apportons une expertise avérée dans le domaine  agricole au Bénin. Nous sommes fiers de porter une mission aussi noble que de contribuer à la sécurité alimentaire et à la réduction de la pauvreté à travers des projets agricoles stratégiques. Notre équipe, composée de professionnels dévoués experts dans leurs domaines, œuvre chaque jour à atteindre ces objectifs ambitieux. Nous comptons sur nos talents et ensemble, nous formons une équipe résolument engagée à répondre aux défis de l’agriculture béninoise et à offrir des solutions concrètes et durables. Pour le futur, notre vision est claire : to make SoBAA an indispensable player not only in Benin but throughout the West African region. We aim to increase the integration of modern agricultural technologies et à diversifier nos services pour répondre aux besoins croissants du secteur. Par ailleurs, nous continuerons à mettre l’accent sur l’innovation, la durabilité et le renforcement des capacités des agriculteurs afin de garantir des bases solides pour la croissance de l’agriculture béninoise. Ensemble, nous croyons fermement que l’agriculture peut et doit devenir un moteur de développement pour le Bénin et le continent africain. C’est avec cet esprit que nous continuerons à travailler, avec la conviction que la SoBAA est une pierre angulaire de cette transformation.

Poubarlen Soobraydoo

Team

Our team

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Xavier Hounkpatin

Director
des Affaires Juridiques et Foncières

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Ronald Hounsonlon

PRMP (Personne Responsable des Marchés Publics)

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Masthan Shaik

Director of Agricultural Development

Make SoBAA an indispensable player

Not only in Benin but throughout the West African region. We aim to increase the integration of