UCAD Launches University Crèche Project in Partnership with ANPECTP

The Cheikh Anta Diop University of Dakar (UCAD) has reached a significant milestone in its project to establish a university crèche. The laying of the foundation stone took place on Thursday, 12 November 2026, in front of the Rectorate. This development is a result of a partnership between UCAD and the National Agency for Early Childhood and the Little Ones' Home (ANPECTP). The crèche aims to provide childcare services for university staff, enabling them to balance their professional and family responsibilities.

The project addresses a long-standing concern of the university community. According to Tabaski Ba Diagne, representative of ANPECTP, the initiative goes beyond creating a simple childcare facility. It seeks to establish a modern structure that meets current standards and aligns with the vision of Senegal 2050, which prioritizes human capital development. The future crèche is expected to have a pedagogical and scientific focus, with a laboratory for training and research on early childhood issues.

The crèche will feature a laboratory for training and research on early childhood issues, which will benefit students from various disciplines, including psychology, pediatrics, sociology, and social sciences. This will provide students with a practical setting for their work and learning. The rector of UCAD, Alioune Badara Kandji, emphasized that the laboratory will support the university's research and training objectives.

The infrastructure may also accommodate children from families outside the university. Through this partnership, UCAD and ANPECTP aim to combine family support, university training, and scientific research around child development and well-being. This collaborative approach is expected to have a positive impact on the university community and beyond.

The partnership between UCAD and ANPECTP reflects a shared commitment to supporting families and promoting early childhood development. By providing a modern and well-equipped crèche, the two institutions aim to create a nurturing environment that fosters the growth and development of young children.

The university crèche project is a significant step towards addressing the needs of university staff and promoting work-life balance. The project's focus on pedagogy and scientific research will also contribute to the development of expertise in early childhood education and care.

The laying of the foundation stone marks the beginning of a new phase in the project's implementation. Once completed, the crèche is expected to become a valuable resource for the university community and a model for similar initiatives in Senegal.

Key points

• The university crèche project is a partnership between UCAD and ANPECTP to provide childcare services for university staff and promote early childhood development.