Southcomp Polaris, partners Dell Technologies and Microsoft strengthen the IT ecosystem in West Africa

Abidjan, Ivory Coast – March 2026 – Southcomp Polaris, a Mindware Group company, brought together key players from its ecosystem in Abidjan during an exclusive networking event organized in partnership with Dell Technologies and Microsoft, reaffirming its ambition to play a key role in accelerating digital transformation across West Africa.

Held at the West Restaurant in Abidjan, the event gathered partners, IT decision-makers, and technology experts around a program focused on strategic challenges related to IT infrastructure, cyber resilience, and artificial intelligence.

In a context of accelerated digitalization across African enterprises, Southcomp Polaris continues to implement its strategy aimed at building a strong, value-added partner ecosystem capable of supporting organizations in their transformation projects.

A strategic vision driven by industry leaders

The evening was opened by Benoit Malraison, Vice President – Southcomp Polaris, who presented the vision of the Mindware Group and Southcomp Polaris’ positioning in Africa.

“Our ambition is clear: to support our partners’ growth by providing access to the best technologies, key expertise, and a strong ecosystem capable of generating sustainable value in the African market,” he stated.

Anis Abdessalem, General Manager – Southcomp Polaris (Tunisia, Ivory Coast & Libya), added: “West Africa represents a strategic growth driver for Southcomp Polaris. We are actively investing in the development of our ecosystem to support our partners in their ambitions and digital transformation projects.”

Focus on key priorities: cyber resilience, infrastructure, and AI

Discussions highlighted current technology priorities for businesses through several key interventions:

• Nawfal Saoud, General Manager for Morocco, West Africa & Dom Tom Islands – Dell Technologies, emphasized the importance of cyber resilience in an environment where threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated.
• Omar Sqalli, Channel Sales Director, North West Africa and Levant – Dell Technologies, presented updates to the Dell Partner Program, designed to support partner enablement and growth.
• Ouadia Boukachabine, Channel Data Center Specialist – Dell Technologies (Morocco, North West Africa), shared the latest innovations in infrastructure and data center solutions.
• Elias Ghanem, Lead Consultant Presales – Mindware, delivered a session on “Empowering the Future with AI & Security”, highlighting the strategic role of artificial intelligence and security in modern IT environments.

A strengthened commitment to regional market development

Beyond the presentations, the event provided an opportunity to strengthen relationships between partners and vendors, with the presence of Southcomp Polaris and Dell Technologies teams who traveled specifically for the occasion.

In both a professional and friendly atmosphere, discussions continued over dinner, encouraging experience sharing and the identification of new business opportunities.

Nawfal Saoud, Dell Technologies, said: “Our collaboration with Southcomp Polaris and Microsoft enables us to deliver concrete solutions tailored to local challenges, particularly in cyber resilience and modern infrastructure.”

A confirmed momentum across Africa

Through this initiative, Southcomp Polaris reinforces its positioning as a strategic partner of choice for IT players in Africa, leveraging the strength of the Mindware Group and strong alliances with global technology leaders.

By multiplying high-value initiatives of this kind, Southcomp Polaris aims to accelerate channel development, foster innovation, and sustainably support the digital transformation of African enterprises.

About Southcomp Polaris

Southcomp Polaris, a Mindware Group company, is a value-added distributor (VAD) specialized in IT solutions across North, West, and Central Africa. With a presence through several local entities, Southcomp Polaris supports a wide network of partners by offering a comprehensive portfolio of solutions covering infrastructure, cloud, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence.

Through a combination of local proximity, technical expertise, and the strength of an international group, Southcomp Polaris plays a key role in developing regional IT ecosystems and supporting organizations in their digital transformation journey.

About Mindware

Mindware, part of the Midis Group, is a leading value-added distributor (VAD) in information technology across the Middle East and Africa. With over 30 years of experience, Mindware offers a comprehensive portfolio covering hardware, software, and services, supported by a network of more than 6,000 partners and strategic alliances with leading vendors and publishers.