In a bold move to revitalize Senegal’s commercial infrastructure, the Prime Minister has unveiled a comprehensive market modernization initiative aimed at addressing decades of neglect. With many market structures dating back to the 1970s and increasingly vulnerable to fire risks—recorded in 53 incidents since 2013—the government is rolling out the Programme de Modernisation et de Gestion des Marchés (PROMOGEM) as part of its 2025-2029 strategic plan.
The ambitious project includes the renovation of 528 existing markets and the construction of 67 new, state-of-the-art market complexes, backed by a public investment of 57.5 billion West African CFA francs over four years.
Boosting agricultural production and digital resilience
Beyond market upgrades, the Prime Minister emphasized critical adjustments for the 2026-2027 agricultural season. Key focus areas include refining beneficiary targeting, strengthening seed autonomy, and addressing storage bottlenecks. In parallel, the government is accelerating digital adoption in pilot zones such as Tivaouane and Nioro to enhance supply chain efficiency and farmer support.
Strengthening disaster preparedness
To mitigate flood risks, the Prime Minister has mandated immediate activation of municipal emergency plans, alongside a cross-ministerial simulation drill scheduled before June 15, 2026. Additionally, the stalled Sénégal Connect Park project—95% complete but held up by contractual disputes—has been given a fresh deadline for a revised closure timeline, ensuring completion and delivery to the African Development Bank.