From the bustling Dakar waterfront to the historic shores of Gorée Island, and from the airport highway to remote rural hamlets, solar streetlights now illuminate countless corners of Senegal. Behind this transformation stand two prominent French firms: Ragni, a family-run enterprise from the French Alps, and Fonroche, a mid-sized company based in Agen. Both are part of a larger ecosystem—over 340 French businesses operating across the country.
While corporate giants like Orange, TotalEnergies, Auchan, and Eiffage have long established themselves in West Africa, smaller French enterprises are uncovering fresh avenues for expansion in Senegal. These agile businesses are capitalizing on the nation’s evolving energy landscape, where sustainable solutions are increasingly in demand.