Groupement d'Industries Générales (GIG), founded in 1984 by Chalhoub Bassam, is a family business that has made a name for itself in the Ivorian industrial landscape.

Based in Abidjan, GIG has explored a variety of business sectors, testifying to the ambition and vision of its founder. A man of projects and challenges, Chalhoub Bassam started from nothing, building his success through hard work and perseverance.

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His background in a variety of fields, including the plastics industry, import-export and agriculture, bears witness to his ability to innovate and adapt to opportunities.

Since 2016, GIG has chosen to focus its expertise in the food industry, giving birth to the AkwabaO' and Bassam mineral water brands.
With a passion for purity and quality, the company draws on the natural riches of the Ivory Coast to offer products that embody the very essence of nature.

Every bottle we produce reflects our respect for the environment and our commitment to providing healthy, authentic products.