Senegal and ICT: A Strategic Sector in Full Expansion

Information and communication technologies (ICTs) occupy a central place in our daily lives, and play an increasingly crucial role in the world's economies. At SenegalThe digital sector stands out for its dynamism, contributing 5.27 % of GDP in 2017.

L'Élan Vers l'Objectif de 10 % du PIB grâce au Numérique d'ici 2025 (in French)

Senegal now aims for digital and digital to account for 10 % of GDP by 2025, an ambition supported by the Plan Sénégal Émergent (PSE) and the "Sénégal numérique 2025" strategy. The country has already achieved first place in Africa in terms of the Internet's weight in the economy, at 3.3 %, thanks to excellent international connectivity and a solid national transmission network.

Internet penetration has reached 46 %, with a broadband connection (3G-5G) of 62.4 % on smartphones. However, the digital divide persists in some sparsely populated areas, requiring improved connectivity for sustainable, inclusive growth. This is where Huawei comes in with its RuralStar solution, bridging this divide and winning the award for Best Mobile Innovation for Emerging Markets in 2021.

Public Sector and Digital Education

Visit government Senegal is also implementing the Digital Technology Park (PTN) project to attract multinationals to Diamniadio, becoming a technology hub. The PTN focuses on ICT training in partnership with local universities and telecoms operators, aiming to create 35,000 direct jobs by 2025.

Huawei, in partnership with the Senegalese government and universities, has been supporting students since 2016 with programs such as the Huawei ICT Academy and the Huawei ICT Competition. These initiatives have already benefited thousands of students, helping to strengthen local ICT talent.

Towards a Promising Digital Future

For the year 2022, Huawei had launched the "Digitalent" project in Senegal, combining these educational initiatives. Senegal is fully committed to the digital economy, thanks to a strong partnership between the public and private sectors. The country is modernizing with a particular focus on digital, aiming for strong, sustainable and inclusive growth. The Diamniadio technology park, to be launched in 2022, promises to position Senegal as the digital heart of West Africa.