World Bank Vice President for West and Central Africa, Ousmane Diagana, arrives in Dakar on August 4 for a five-day official visit. The mission underscores the institution’s commitment to deepening strategic ties with Senegal, aligning with the country’s national development priorities.

High-level meetings with Senegalese leadership

During his stay, Diagana will engage with Senegal’s top government officials to discuss key areas of cooperation between the World Bank and the Government of Senegal. The agenda includes reviewing ongoing projects funded by the Bank, assessing future financing opportunities and exploring ways to enhance support for public policies that drive inclusive growth.

The delegation will also hold discussions with private sector leaders, technical partners and development stakeholders to foster collaboration that supports Senegal’s economic ambitions.

Strengthening a long-standing partnership

The World Bank has been a cornerstone partner in Senegal’s development journey, supporting initiatives across multiple vital sectors:

• Infrastructure development to improve connectivity and regional integration
• Education reform to build a skilled workforce for the future
• Healthcare expansion to strengthen public health systems
• Agricultural modernization to boost food security and rural incomes
• Social protection programs to reduce poverty and vulnerability
• Energy sector growth to expand access and reliability
• Economic governance to improve transparency and business climate
• Private sector development to spur entrepreneurship and innovation

These collaborative efforts aim to foster more inclusive growth, reduce poverty and enhance Senegal’s economic resilience in the face of global challenges.

Key projects and future outlook

This visit provides a platform to evaluate current initiatives and explore new funding opportunities. Central to the discussions will be reforms aimed at improving the business environment, attracting private investment and creating jobs — particularly for young people and women.

Alignment with national priorities

For years, the World Bank has been instrumental in implementing structural programs that accelerate Senegal’s social and economic progress. Key areas of support include:

• Expanding electricity access across the country
• Upgrading road networks to enhance regional trade
• Investing in human capital through education and training
• Building climate resilience in vulnerable communities
• Modernizing public administration for greater efficiency

These priorities reflect the shared vision between Dakar and the World Bank to build a more prosperous, equitable and sustainable future for all Senegalese citizens.

Key takeaways from the visit

• Ousmane Diagana is conducting an official visit to Senegal from August 4 to 8, 2026.
• The mission aims to reinforce the strategic partnership between the World Bank and Senegal.
• Meetings will include government officials, private sector representatives and development partners.
• Discussions will focus on active projects, future investments and national economic priorities.