About us
Sahel Watch: your partner for optimized security in the Sahel region
At a time when security challenges in the Sahel region are intensifying and becoming more complex, Sahel Watch is positioning itself as a strategic ally for economic operators, NGOs and institutions.
Thanks to advanced technical expertise and in-depth security analysis, the platform offers powerful, reliable decision-making tools, enabling you to anticipate risks and secure your operations.
Discover our rigorous processes, innovative features and unique vision for informed safety management.
Reliability of information: a rigorous collection and verification process
At Sahel Watch, reliable information is at the heart of our mission. Our collection and validation procedures guarantee maximum accuracy, making our platform a benchmark for understanding security issues in the Sahel.
Field data collection: Sahel Watch relies on a network of local correspondents who provide information directly from the areas at risk. This data is supplemented by electronic sources (local media, institutional reports) to provide a complete and up-to-date picture of the situation. We also work with NGOs, development agencies and institutional partners, consolidating our sources.
Verification and validation of information: All the data collected is cross-referenced with several other sources. This enables us to avoid biased or inaccurate information and to assess its credibility. Each incident is evaluated according to a strict process to ensure its validity before being integrated into our database.
On-site checks: Our security experts carry out on-site checks in the most sensitive areas to confirm the information received. These direct checks are a real added value, as they enable fine-tuned validation, particularly in complex situations where the situation evolves rapidly.
By combining all these approaches, Sahel Watch stands out for the high reliability of its information. Our rigorous validation system has earned us the trust of our clients, whether economic operators, NGOs or public institutions.
A powerful, intuitive application: tools to support your decisions
Sahel Watch is more than just a database. It is a truly interactive platform enabling users to better understand the security context and secure their operations. Here are the key features that make it an essential tool:
Interactive maps : The map is the central element of Sahel Watch. It enables rapid visualization of the areas most affected by incidents. Heat maps show risk zones according to the scale of incidents and the number of victims. This makes it possible to identify at a glance the hotspots on which to focus attention.
Advanced filters and customized analyses: Users can filter data by time period, incident type, administrative location, and perpetrator. This feature allows users to customize the display and focus on the information most relevant to each operational context.
Subscriptions and notifications: Sahel Watch offers subscriptions to instant alerts, daily bulletins or monthly reports. Notifications can be received by email, WhatsApp message or push notification. This enables users to stay informed in real time about evolving risks.
Customized analysis requests: Depending on specific needs, users can request particular analyses directly from the platform. For example, to assess the safety of a route, or to estimate the risks involved in setting up a new branch. The response provided is detailed, with practical recommendations based on field data.
These rich and varied functionalities enable Sahel Watch to be used both as a real-time monitoring tool and as a support for more detailed strategic analyses.
A unique synergy of technical and safety expertise
Sahel Watch ‘s development is based on a strong synergy between technical and security expertise. This relationship is embodied in the collaboration between Sahel Watch’s technical and security divisions:
Technical department: Comprising a team of specialized developers, this department focuses on the development of mapping tools and incident analysis systems. Their work ensures that the user interface remains fluid, that data is easily accessible and that the analyses produced are accurate and exploitable.
The Security Unit: With a team of around ten analysts, some of whom have over 15 years’ experience in risk management in the Sahel, this unit is responsible for collecting, validating and analyzing security information. These experts are intimately familiar with the field, and are able to interpret data to provide a detailed, contextualized risk analysis. They rely on a dense network of local contacts.
The complementary nature of these two divisions means that we can offer a high-performance solution that combines cutting-edge technology with human expertise. This synergy ensures that Sahel Watch remains in constant evolution, capable of adapting to the changing needs of its users and the new security challenges facing the region.
Our subscriptions
Subscription to Sahel Watch is annual.
It gives full and unlimited access to the entire application, its data and features.
It is valid for an unlimited number of users within the client organization in a given country.
Thousands of incidents, our reports and tools from 350,000 FCFA / month.