On February 24, 2025, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye officially launched Senegal's ambitious digital strategy, the "Technological New Deal". This groundbreaking initiative aims to position Senegal as a leader in Africa's digital economy and represents a cornerstone of the country's Vision 2050.
The Technological New Deal is part of the broader National Transformation Agenda (ANT) presented by President Faye on October 14, 2024. This comprehensive framework aims to build "a sovereign, just, and prosperous nation" by 2050.
The agenda focuses on promoting endogenous and sustainable development, driven by responsible, viable, and competitive territories while establishing the foundations of national sovereignty.
The Technological New Deal places digital technology at the heart of Senegal's transformation, aiming to accelerate the digital revolution with particular emphasis on:
Building a sovereign digital space by:
Modernizing government administration through:
Creating a thriving digital ecosystem by:
Positioning Senegal as a continental leader through:
A unified interface between citizens and administration for all procedures.
Establishing Senegal as a center of excellence in AI, Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, and more.
Implementing a biometric-based system covering all life events.
The strategy presents opportunities for:
Senegal aims to become:
Senegal's Technological New Deal represents one of Africa's most comprehensive digital transformation strategies. With clear objectives and strong political will, it positions Senegal to become a continental leader in the digital economy by 2050.
The strategy's focus on sovereignty, inclusion, and innovation demonstrates a mature approach to digital transformation that could serve as a model for other African nations.