Senegal’s Communication Minister calls on youth to drive national digital transformation

By:  Kanto Kai Okanta

Senegal’s Minister of Communication, Telecommunications and Digital Affairs, Alioune Sall, has urged young Senegalese to take an active role in advancing the country’s digital transformation under the New Deal for Technology (NDT) initiative. The Minister made the call during an engagement with influencers and ambassadors of the NDT network, describing the initiative as not only a State policy, but a collective civic responsibility.

Mr. Sall said the youth are central to the NDT and must serve as key actors in shaping a more ethical, inclusive and innovative digital ecosystem. He stressed that their creativity and leadership are essential to promoting digital responsibility, expanding community engagement, and using technology to solve social and economic challenges nationwide.

The meeting emphasized the role of youth ambassadors in encouraging responsible digital practices, expanding awareness campaigns beyond major cities, supporting innovation initiatives such as Startup Act implementation, and embracing continuous learning in a rapidly evolving technology landscape.

According to the Minister, digital transformation must enable every young Senegalese to unlock opportunities, create value, and contribute meaningfully to national development. The engagement marks a renewed mobilization effort, with each young ambassador encouraged to advance digital awareness and participation in their communities, schools, and workplaces.