The Senegalese government has taken a significant step in implementing its "New Deal technologique" policy with the signing of a tripartite partnership with the Conseil mondial des investissements et des affaires pour l'Afrique (Cmia) and Blue cloud softech. The partnership involves an investment of 88.3 billion FCfa to support the development of the digital sector. The agreement was signed in Dakar on October 6, 2026.
The partnership aims to support the implementation of the "Senegal digital factory" program, which is part of the government's efforts to promote the development of a digital industry in the country. The program seeks to create a regional ecosystem that brings together various stakeholders and promotes innovation and high-quality digital services. The Ministry of Telecommunications and Digital Technology hopes to position Dakar as a hub for digital innovation in the region.
The "Senegal digital factory" program has several objectives, including the transformation of the digital sector into a driver of innovation for the Senegalese economy. According to Minister of Telecommunications and Digital Technology, Samba Diouf, the goal is to enable Senegal to move from an economy that primarily imports and consumes technology to one that designs, develops, secures, produces, and exports technology.
The program also aims to promote the territorialization of connectivity and digital infrastructure development. The funds secured from the technical and financial partners will be used to deploy digital technologies and infrastructure, which is expected to have a significant impact on strategic sectors such as healthcare, education, and entrepreneurship.
Chandrashekar Mudraga, Director-General of Blue cloud softech solutions, expressed confidence that the "Digital Factory" will bring about a significant transformation of the Senegalese economy and make Senegal a major player in Africa. The program is expected to provide the country with the necessary tools to have a positive impact on citizens' daily lives.
Dr. Idrissa Doucouré, Executive President of the Conseil mondial des investissements et des affaires pour l'Afrique, believes that the "hub-and-spoke" model adopted in the partnership will serve as a strategic platform for connecting local, regional, and international ecosystems. The model is expected to attract structured investments, promote skills transfer, and create new opportunities for African youth.
The implementation of the "Senegal digital factory" program is expected to have a positive impact on the country's economic development and position Senegal as a major player in the digital sector in Africa. The program is part of the government's efforts to promote digital innovation and reduce the digital divide in the country.
Key points
- The Senegalese government has secured 88.3 billion FCfa in funding for the development of its digital sector.
- The partnership aims to promote the development of a digital industry in Senegal and position Dakar as a hub for digital innovation in the region.
- The program is expected to have a significant impact on strategic sectors such as healthcare, education, and entrepreneurship.
