Senegal advances digital infrastructure planning through New Deal Technologique workshop
Date: 2026-03-10
By: Nana Appiah Acquaye
The
Ministry of Communication, Telecommunications and Digital Affairs of Senegal
(MCTN), through its Directorate of Telecommunications, has organized the third
workshop under the PRP-2 Priority Programme of the New Deal Technologique,
focusing on infrastructure, networks and universal connectivity.
The
meeting centered on the development of a Digital Territorial Development
Strategy, a major initiative aimed at establishing a coherent and shared vision
for the expansion of digital infrastructure across Senegal.
According
to the ministry, the strategy represents an important step toward ensuring
balanced deployment of digital infrastructure nationwide while addressing
disparities in connectivity between different regions of the country.
Officials
noted that the initiative is also intended to strengthen digital resilience and
sovereignty while supporting Senegal’s broader ambition to position itself as a
regional digital hub within Africa’s growing digital economy.
The
workshop brought together key stakeholders from across the digital ecosystem,
including representatives of public institutions, the Autorité de Régulation
des Télécommunications et des Postes du Sénégal (ARTP), telecommunications
operators, infrastructure providers, technical partners and private sector
actors.
Participants
discussed strategies to improve connectivity infrastructure, enhance
coordination among sector players and create a framework that supports
inclusive and sustainable digital development.
The
ministry said the strong participation at the workshop reflects a shared
commitment among stakeholders to build the foundations of a more connected,
inclusive and competitive Senegal within the global digital landscape.
