Vision
To become the regional hub of the halal economy in West Africa, placing Senegal at the heart of innovation and market opportunities.
About us
The pioneer of halal certification in Senegal.
Senegal's first halal certification body, Halal Sénégal guides companies, consumers and buyers towards a trustworthy halal market, in West Africa and across OIC markets.
Our story
Born from ten years of commitment to the halal economy.
Founded on 14 March 2019, Halal Sénégal was created to meet the growing demand for halal products and services in Senegal and West Africa.
It grew out of the International Exhibition on Muslim Business (SIBM), founded in 2012 by Senegalese at home and in the diaspora, which championed halal business and Islamic finance in Africa, notably through the African Halal Business Forum (FABH).
Halal Sénégal was the first to bring rigorous, OIC/SMIIC-compliant halal certification to the country, earning the trust of consumers and business partners.
- Founded
- 14 March 2019
- Professionals trained
- 500 +
- Sectors covered
- 6
Milestones
From 2012 to today.
2012
SIBM is founded
The International Exhibition on Muslim Business, the cradle of Halal Sénégal, is created.
27-28 March 2013
SIBM validation workshop
Under the Ministry of Economy and Finance: 35 projects identified.
13 August 2013
Meeting with 200 SMEs
More than 200 SMEs brought together, in partnership with ADEPME.
11-13 Nov. 2013
Islamic finance seminar
“Islamic finance as a driver of development”, with IRTI (IsDB Group).
3-5 March 2016
1st African Halal Business Forum
The first FABH is held in Dakar.
14 March 2019
Halal Sénégal is founded
Registration of Halal Sénégal SARL, the country's first halal certification body.
6-7 August 2019
Halal standardisation and certification
Workshop with ASN and the Ministry of Trade.
27-29 July 2021
OIC/SMIIC 1 training
With SMIIC and COMCEC support, for partners in French-speaking Africa.
2023
First OIC/SMIIC 1:2019 certification
SENICO becomes Senegal's first food company certified to OIC/SMIIC 1:2019.
2024
SERVAIR SENEGAL certified
Certification of SERVAIR SENEGAL / DAKAR CATERING; strategic meeting with ASEPEX on 24 October.
2026
Senegal enters the halal business era
Agreement with ADEPME (E.T.E.R programme) to support SMEs towards certification, HALAL TERANGA programme, MIHAS (Malaysia) and West Africa Halal Expo.
What guides us
Vision, mission, values.
Mission
To promote and enable the growth of the halal economy in Senegal and West Africa through world-class certification services, in line with Islamic principles.
Values
Integrity, transparency, excellence, innovation and corporate responsibility.
Governance
Independent decisions, recognised expertise.
- Strict compliance with international halal standards (OIC/SMIIC, MS1500…)
- Independence and impartiality in every decision
- Full transparency of the certification process
- Continuous improvement of services and skills
Independent certification committee
Separate from the audit teams, it rules on every file: a certificate is issued only after its decision.
Shariah Committee
Made up of eminent scholars, it ensures Islamic principles are upheld in the face of today's challenges.
Team and auditors
Professionals in certification, Islamic law and management; auditors and trainers qualified in SMIIC standards.
Named members of the committees, team and auditors will be published from the console.
Founders
Behind SIBM and Halal Sénégal.
Deneba DIOUF
Associate Director
Founder of the International Exhibition on Muslim Business (SIBM), he launched the African Halal Business Forum with the Government of Senegal and OIC partners.
Djibril GUEYE
Associate Director
Financial expert and halal quality management trainer, SIBM co-founder, he initiated the African Halal Business Forum with the Government and OIC partners.
Recognitions
National and international legitimacy.
Registration
- NINEA 007273014 2V2 of 14/03/2019
- Trade register SN DKR 2019 B 8176
Recognised by
- Ministry of Trade and SMEs of Senegal
- Senegalese Standards Association (ASN)
- Standards and Metrology Institute for Islamic Countries (SMIIC)
Member and initiator
- International Association of Halal Certifiers in Africa (AICHA)
- Association of Halal Certifiers (AHAC)
- Initiator of the West Africa Halal Expo
- Initiator of SIBM and the African Halal Business Forum
- Strategic partnership with Halal Côte d'Ivoire