Erich Horlacher - Chairman & Co-Founder
Erich Horlacher is Co-Founder and Chairman of Wendit Group, bringing more than 25 years of international experience in corporate strategy, industrial operations, and business leadership.
He is a former advisor at KPMG, where he developed strong expertise in financial structuring, corporate governance, and international business advisory.
He ensures that Wendit operates with institutional-grade governance standards, aligned with the expectations of international investors, lenders, and development finance institutions.
His expertise includes:
- Corporate structuring and strategic development of international businesses
- Financial oversight, transaction structuring, and risk management
- Strong experience in European governance, compliance, and audit standards
- Leadership and scaling of industrial and service organizations
As Chairman, he plays a critical role in:
- Providing strategic oversight on investment and structuring decisions
- Ensuring financial discipline and governance robustness
- Supporting engagement with European partners, lenders, and institutions
- Strengthening the overall credibility and bankability of Wendit projects
Ibrahima Camara - CEO & Co-Founder
Ibrahima Camara is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Wendit Group, with over 16 years of experience in energy, infrastructure, and industrial project development across Africa.
He is the lead sponsor and originator of the Kafue solar project, driving its development from early-stage identification to advanced structuring.
His core expertise includes:
- Origination and development of utility-scale energy projects (IPP model)
- Structuring of bankable transactions, including PPA negotiation, EPC strategy, and financing frameworks
- Direct negotiation with governments, utilities, and institutional stakeholders
- Execution of PPP, BOT and EPC+F models across multiple jurisdictions
- Development of integrated infrastructure solutions combining energy, public lighting, and industrial deployment
He is currently leading:
- The Kafue 50 MW solar PV IPP (Zambia) – advanced development stage
- A 100 MW+ solar project in Ghana
- Multiple solar public lighting BOT programs across West Africa
- Strategic industrial and energy projects in Mauritania and Guinea
Through Wendit, he has built a strong ecosystem of technical partners, EPC contractors, financial institutions, and development finance actors, enabling the Group to move projects efficiently toward Financial Close.
Etienne Vibou - Director for Africa
19 years of experience in managing service companies and designing public-private partnerships in Africa
Function
Africa Director, responsible for coordination and development across Africa
Relevant professional experience
CEO and founder of Citypool Security since 2007, where he expands the company's activities and sets the strategy
Educational background
MBA in Economic Intelligence and Development Strategy, IIM, Benin
Our concept is based on IPP, BOOT, BOT, EPC + F and is geared towards holistic infrastructure and development solutions in Africa, the Middle East, and Europe. We combine innovation with a service-oriented approach. The focus is on international cooperation in order to efficiently implement cross-border projects. We combine technical expertise with pragmatic processes so that plans can be quickly put into practice.
Our expertise in consulting and project management
As an internationally active procurement management and service company based in Regensburg with subsidiaries in Mauritania and Guinea and branches in Mali, Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast, Benin, and Zambia, we act as a link between Germany/Europe and the countries of Africa and the Middle East.
We support public clients, industrial companies, and municipalities in the areas of machinery trading and sales, the planning and engineering of industrial and municipal infrastructure projects, and reliable turnkey implementation. Our focus is on ensuring transparency, fairness, and value creation in international cooperation.
Our experience
We have more than ten years of experience in consulting and project management in the implementation of industrial and municipal infrastructure and development projects of all sizes.
Our reference projects include industrial plants, municipal infrastructure, and development measures in African countries. Thanks to our strong local network, we can identify risks early on, suggest alternatives, and design projects to be sustainable. This expertise enables us to provide comprehensive support from the initial idea to operational use.
Our core areas
Mediation and partnerships
We build bridges between German and European cooperation partners and the fast-growing markets in Africa and the Middle East. The aim is to facilitate new collaborations, draft fair contracts, and establish long-term business relationships. Our support includes market analyses, due diligence checks, negotiation support, and partnership management.
Holistic project management
As a general contractor and project manager, we manage complex projects, perform risk analyses, manage resources, and support transparent communication to ensure that deadlines are met. We evaluate technical options and economic potential with feasibility studies and profitability analyses. This allows us to minimize risks and secure investment decisions.
We work in compliance with national and international standards as well as legal requirements in occupational safety and environmental protection to ensure smooth project processes. We use modern technologies to increase efficiency, transparency, and flexibility in projects of all sizes.
Our business areas and goals
We invest specifically in the following areas: mining & industry, energy, solar street lighting, infrastructure & development projects, drinking water supply, health equipment, and agricultural technology. We work regionally and supraregionally to create win-win situations for all parties involved.
Our focus is on promoting sustainable partnerships, driving economic development, and taking ecological and social aspects into account.
Our mission
The WENDIT GROUP has set itself the goal of providing customers from industry, local authorities, and politics with high-quality machinery, equipment, and services for infrastructure and development projects. We optimize procurement processes, maximize purchasing and procurement requirements, and ensure smooth access to state-of-the-art machinery and plant technology “Made in Europe.”
Our focus is on offering European companies and political actors the opportunity to expand their business areas in Africa and the Middle East, strengthen their market presence, and increase their returns. By establishing long-term business relationships, we promote sustainable success—both for our customers and for our partners and suppliers in Germany and Europe.
Our vision
The WENDIT GROUP strives to be a leading partner for sustainable procurement, infrastructure development, and technological innovation. We focus on innovative, forward-looking solutions to best meet the needs of our customers, business partners, politicians, and investors.
Our goal is to provide the optimal solution in each of our business areas—efficiently, effectively, and with the highest quality standards. We work holistically, systemically, and with a global network to ensure sustainable success for all involved.
We think long-term and act responsibly—with a focus on innovation, efficiency, and the highest standards. As a reliable partner, we want to contribute to driving economic growth, social development, and environmental sustainability.
Our approach combines integrated planning, financing, implementation, and operational support to ensure transparency, efficiency, and sustainable value creation. Depending on the project objective, we select the appropriate model, e.g., EPC/EPC+F, BOT/BOOT, PPP, or specialized outsourcing variants, and integrate governance, risk management, and quality controls into each project phase.
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Tel.: 0049 / 941 465 735 85
Or send us an email: contact@wenditgroup.com
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