

We are delighted to present you with the Corporate Profile of the Icon Enterprises group of companies. Our team is committed to providing you, the client, with the very best products, solutions, and services possible.
With our head offices located in Windhoek, Namibia, our presence and network of strategic partners spans the globe. Years of experience in multiple facets of international business has put our team in a unique position to serve and assist our clients in acquiring quality supply chains and procurement of specific goods, or opening new markets for their products and services.
Although our network is worldwide, our particular area of expertise is the continent of Africa. Through the joint ventures and strategic partnerships we have developed over the years, there is virtually no limit to our ability to engage in responsible business anywhere in Africa. Africa, with its growing population, developing economies, and vast natural resources is in many ways the “last frontier” of entrepreneurial business.
Whether in Africa or elsewhere, it is our sincere hope that our team can assist you in achieving your business goals. We look forward to working with you on your next project.
Mr. Engel has more than 25 years of business experience in real estate development and international entrepreneurship, he serves as a key executive and strategist for all divisions of the Icon group. Mr. Engel is committed to building the Icon Enterprises group on foundations of quality, integrity, and reliability. He continues to focus on developing relationships and building success with his team through these strong core beliefs. Mr. Engel holds a B.A. degree from Baylor University in Waco, Texas. He is an American citizen and is based in Windhoek, Namibia and Texas, U.S.A.
Mr. Saadi specializes in international sales and deal structuring. He has more than 30 years of business experience in Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. In addition to his international business skills, Mr. Saadi is an experienced hotelier, restauranteur and highly trained chef. Originally from Algeria, Mr. Saadi holds dual Algerian and Namibian citizenship. He was educated at the finest schools in Paris, France and speaks multiple languages fluently. Mr. Saadi is based in Windhoek, Namibia.
Mr. Leininger holds a B.A. and M.B.A. from Baylor University in Waco, Texas. He has lived and worked internationally for over 25 years and is a key player in office operations and administration for the Icon group of companies. Mr. Leininger is fluent in English and German and is based in Windhoek Namibia.
Mr. Chabane is a vastly experienced project management specialist in business development, marketing strategies, and strategic project management. Mr. Chabane holds a License in Commercial Sciences with a specialization in Management: Business School of Algiers and a post-graduate specialization in Finance and Accounting. He also has experience in the Chamber of Commerce and Industry in cooperation with the National Institute of Commerce. Mr. Chabane is fluent in French and Arabic and is based in Algiers from where he manages all of Icon Enterprises’ business interests in Algeria. His African experience also includes project management in Chad, Niger, Tunisia, Namibia with further projects in Asia (China) and Europe (Netherlands).
Dr. Akacha holds a state doctorate in public law from the University of Paris-Sorbonne and has many years experience as an advocate, professor, and diplomat. She is multi-lingual and speaks Arabic, French, English and German. Dr. Akacha serves as legal counsel to Icon Enterprises and is based in Tunis, Tunisia.
Our Vision and Business
Icon Enterprises is a dynamic group of companies that focuses on emerging markets throughout Africa, the Middle East and beyond. Our corporate strategy is based on integrity, transparency, diligence, and reliability with the goal of facilitating economic growth in these emerging markets by means of our vast network of corporate and personal relationships worldwide.
The Icon Enterprises group of companies’ base of operations is in Windhoek, Namibia with primary corporate registration in Seychelles as well as in the USA and Algeria.
Icon Enterprises operates in several key industry sectors: General Trading & Agribusiness, Refined Fuels & Gases, Military/Security Services & Tactical Equipment, and Pharmaceuticals. We have identified these important industries as some of the foundational building blocks for the future of growth in Africa’s emerging markets and points of connectivity to supply chains throughout the world.
Icon Enterprises is continually expanding and innovating its business interests through its own efforts and via joint ventures with strategic partners. There is virtually no limit to what kind of business can be done.
We source and deliver agricultural based foodstuffs and commodities according to precise customer specifications. Our trading and financial teams are wellversed to succeed in diverse and regulated markets. Products on offer include: Soybean, Corn/Maize, Sugar, Wheat, Barley, Rice, and Edible Oils to name a few.
Africa Livestock Sales is a wholly owned division of Icon Enterprises that specializes in the supply of top-quality livestock from Europe and the Horn of Africa to our customers throughout the world with most shipments going to our customers in North Africa and the Middle East.
If large shipments of camels, sheep, cattle, or goats are what you are looking for, then we can supply your needs at the most competitive prices possible from the Horn of Africa. In addition we work with select European breeders to supply high-quality slaughter bulls to our clientele in North Africa. Available breeds include: Charolais, Limousin, Saler, Montbelliard.
Soybean
Sugar
Corn
Wheat - Barley
Rice
Edible Oils
Soybean is the most prevalent genetically modified crop in the world relative to acres planted. Because soy can be used for so many different purposes, it has been genetically modified to be more donducive for the production of certain food products.
Soybean GMO - NO GMO
Specification:
• Protein: 39% min
• Moisture: 12% max
• Oil: 18% min
• Dry Matter: 89%
• Crud protein: 48%
• Neutral
• Fat: 1%
Soybean Meal 46%
Specification:
• Protein: 46% min
• Moisture: 12.5% max
• Oil: 18.5% min
• Dry Matter: 89%
• Kernel: 3%
• ASH 7%
• Fat: 0.5%
• Foreign material: 2%
• Other Color: 2% max
• Protein Solubility: 75% - 85%
• Calcium: 0.2%
ICUMSA 45 = white refined granulated sugar
ICUMSA 80 = refined sugar cane extra
ICUMSA 100 = white crystal T1
ICUMSA 150 = white crystal T2
Specification:
• Polarization: 99.6% min
• Icumsa: 150 UI
• Sucrose: 99.6%
• Sulfite: 20 ppm
• ASH: 0.1%
• Humidity 0.07%
• Dextran: 100 ppm
Light brown crystal sugar is vegetable origin, consisting primarily of sugar cane natural sucrose sweetener with an appearance of solid well defined crystals light brown color.
Specification:
• Polarization: 99.6% min
• Icumsa: 600 - 1200 UI
• Sulfite: 10 ppm
• Lead: 0.1 ppm
• ASH: 0.15%
• Humidity 0.015%
Maize is the staple food for many countries. It may be presented in packaged form or sold loose from the package in a dry state to the consumer.
Maize GMO - NO GMO Specification:
• Protein: 8% min
• Moisture: 13% max
• Foreign Materials: 1.5%
• Fiber: 2.7%
• ASH: 1.5%
• Purity: 99.9%
• TVN: 50mg/100mg
Maize Animal Feed Specification:
• Protein: 8% min
• Moisture: 14% max
• Foreign Materials: 1.5%
• Fiber: 2.7%
• ASH: 1.5%
• FAT: 3%
• Admisture: 1% max
• Damaged Grains: 5%
• Moules: 105 max
• TVN: 50 max
Wheat
• Durum Wheat
• Soft Wheat
• Wheat Flour
Barley
• Barley Class A
• Feed Barley Grade 2
• Feed Barley Grade 3
Rice:
• White Rice | 5% Broken
• White Rice | 15% Broken
• Parboiled Rice | 5% Broken
• Black Rice
• White Rice | 100% Broken
Edible Oils:
• Soybean Oil
• Sunflower Oil
• Corn Oil
• Olive Oil
• Palm Oil
Via our strategic channel partners, Icon Enterprises is pleased to be able to procure various types of refined fuel and gas products for delivery to customers around the globe. We offer a streamlined and efficient procedure for any client who complies with the required vetting and documentation procedures.
Whether you require LNG, JetA1, EN590, Diesel or other refined fuels or gases,
Icon Enterprises is rapidly expanding its tactical offerings via its tactical division, Icon Tactical. We pride ourselves in supplying the finest quality tactical products to various private security companies, national defense and police forces. With strong government and military relationships throughout the continent, Icon Tactical is establishing itself as a trusted supplier of the world’s finest equipment to select clientele in Africa.
Our capable team includes former military officers, pilots, and tactical consultants in numerous fields of expertise. Not only are we able to supply the finest American and European tactical products, but we can also supply aircraft parts and overhauling, Armored Personnel Carriers, design and implementation of forward operating military field camps and much more.
Icon Tactical also offers a wide range of other types and brands of tactical equipment, footwear, and uniforms for the discerning customer. We proudly represent the following brands and companies to name but a few:
Icon Enterprises has recently embarked on an exciting new pharmaceutical production facility in Algiers, Algeria. This state-of-the-art factory will be completed in 2024 and will supply the North African sub-region with much needed insulin for the medical sector. Our directors, Mr. Amir Chabane and Mr. Karim Saadi are taking the lead in the pharma sphere and are overseeing all aspects of this project.
Following completion of the phase 1 insulin factory, a second production facility for additional pharmaceutical products will be launched in 2025. With both plants in operation, Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia and Libya will be well-served.
House of Francis, Room 303
Ile du Port, Mahé Seychelles
P.O. Box 90788
Klein Windhoek
23 Newcastle Street, N. Industrial Area
Windhoek, Namibia