Evame Group’s journey is a testament to vision, resilience, and a commitment to progress. What began as a modest venture in the resale of second-hand motorcycles has evolved into a multi-industry powerhouse operating across 15 African countries.

It all started when Emile METO was sent to live with his oldest brother, where he learned the fundamentals of selling motorcycles and spare parts. After years of hands-on experience, he moved to Atakpamé, Togo, where he opened his first shop, dealing in used motorcycles from leading Japanese brands such as Suzuki, Honda, and Yamaha. With persistence and determination, he reinvested his earnings and eventually expanded into selling brand-new motorcycles, at a time when Japanese manufacturers dominated the market.

As the industry evolved, Chinese brands began emerging, offering high-quality yet cost-effective alternatives. Seeing an opportunity, Emile conducted online research in the early 2000s and came across Sanya, a promising Chinese motorcycle brand. In 2003, he established a partnership with Sanya—a relationship that remains strong to this day. As demand for Sanya motorcycles grew, he opened his first official Sanya store in Dekon, Lomé, marking a major milestone in his business expansion.

Continuing to explore new opportunities, he later discovered Suzuki Haojue, a brand with immense potential for the West African market. After careful evaluation, he initiated a partnership with Haojue between 2006 and 2010, further expanding his reach and market share. As Haojue gained traction, he opened the first official Haojue store in Amoutivé, Lomé, solidifying its presence in the Togolese market.

Recognizing the need for a structured business entity to oversee the growing operations of Sanya, Haojue, and the spare parts business, he legally established Evame Sarl in 2015. This marked the formalization of his thriving import and export business, solidifying Evame Sarl as a key player in the region’s motorcycle industry.

With a solid foundation in the automotive sector, Emile METO set his sights on diversification. Over the years, Evame expanded beyond motorcycles into manufacturing, construction (BTP), plastics, textiles, agriculture, security services, real estate development, oil and gas, and gold, laying the groundwork for what is now Evame Group—a leader in multiple industries, committed to driving Africa’s economic transformation.