Mayelia PARTICIPATIONS, a prominent holding company, has officially confirmed its acquisition of SICTA (Société Ivoirienne de Contrôle Technique Automobile), the longstanding leader in vehicle technical inspection services across Côte d’Ivoire.
Addressing members of the press in Abidjan on April 29, David Fofana, CEO of Mayelia PARTICIPATIONS, elaborated on the strategic takeover of SICTA and highlighted the significant advancements achieved since its effective integration a year prior.
Through this pivotal acquisition, Mayelia not only inherits SICTA’s remarkable five decades of industry expertise but also infuses it with a fresh wave of innovation and forward-thinking momentum.
A key objective articulated by the leadership is a substantial uplift in the customer experience. This ambition is well-supported by Mayelia PARTICIPATIONS’ proven track record, notably demonstrated by Mayelia Automotive, which successfully streamlined waiting times to just 30 minutes upon its launch, thereby setting new benchmarks for service efficiency within the sector.
The company is committed to aligning its operations with the government’s stringent “Zéro complaisance” policy, positioning itself as a crucial partner to the State in its efforts to bolster road safety and significantly reduce traffic-related fatalities throughout the nation.
Beyond its core involvement in automotive technical control, Mayelia PARTICIPATIONS has evolved into a rapidly expanding, multisectoral conglomerate. Driven by a clear pan-African vision, its strategy centers on leveraging the powerful synergies across its diverse business units. Operating in two countries, the Group currently oversees six subsidiaries engaged in vital sectors such as mobility (Mayelia Mobilité), technology (CIEIRIA), and professional training (Mayelia Academy), in addition to its specialized technical control entities (Mayelia Automotive Côte d’Ivoire, Mayelia Automotive Guinée, and SICTA).
