10 May 2025
Mamadou Cissé, Managing Director of Baobab Sénégal, has been awarded the Cauri d’Or for Best Male Manager of the Year, one of the most prestigious recognitions in Senegal’s business community, presented by the MEDS.
Having joined Baobab in 2009 as a credit officer, Mamadou has shown exemplary dedication, integrity, and leadership throughout his journey—from field operations to executive management. His career reflects both personal excellence and the values that define Baobab’s identity.
Under his leadership, Baobab Sénégal has become a flagship institution in microfinance, distinguished by its strong loan portfolio performance and dynamic savings mobilization. This award celebrates not only outstanding financial results, but also a leadership style that is visionary, motivational, and deeply people-centered.
We are proud to celebrate this achievement, which reflects the strength of local leadership across the Baobab network and reaffirms our commitment to sustainable impact and excellence.
Mamadou Cissé, Managing Director of Baobab Sénégal, Receives the Cauri d’Or for Best Male Manager
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