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Dakar — The Prime Minister has unveiled an ambitious plan to transform Senegal’s commercial landscape, allocating 57.5 billion CFA francs to revamp and modernize its market infrastructure.
The initiative, dubbed the Market Modernization and Management Program (PROMOGEM), forms part of the government’s strategic plan for 2025-2029. It targets 528 existing markets for comprehensive upgrades while adding 67 new, state-of-the-art market complexes across the country.
Addressing decades of neglect
Many of Senegal’s markets date back to the 1970s and have long suffered from severe wear and tear. The situation has been exacerbated by 53 market fires recorded between 2013 and 2024, prompting urgent action. The four-year project aims to eliminate these risks by introducing modern, fire-resistant designs and improved safety standards.
Broader economic and digital initiatives
The Prime Minister also outlined additional priorities for the coming years, including:
- Agricultural reform: Corrective measures are being introduced to address issues in the 2026-2027 farming campaign, such as better targeting of subsidies, enhanced seed autonomy, and improved storage solutions.
- Flood prevention: Immediate implementation of emergency plans at the local level, with a cross-ministerial simulation exercise scheduled before June 15, 2026.
- Digital sovereignty: Expansion of digitalization initiatives in pilot zones like Tivaouane and Nioro to streamline public services and boost economic resilience.
- Senegal Connect Park: The nearly completed digital park remains stalled due to contract disputes. The government has demanded a revised completion timeline from the African Development Bank to unlock remaining funding.
