Business news senegal
Here are some recent business news articles and updates from Senegal:
Economic Growth
- Senegal's economy is expected to grow by 6.5% in 2023, driven by investments in infrastructure, agriculture, and services. (Source: African Development Bank)
- The country's GDP growth rate was 7.2% in 2022, making it one of the fastest-growing economies in West Africa. (Source: World Bank)
Investments
- The Senegalese government has launched a new investment promotion agency, Senegal Invest, to attract foreign investors and promote economic development. (Source: Senegal Invest)
- The African Development Bank has approved a $100 million loan to support Senegal's agricultural sector, including the development of irrigation systems and agricultural value chains. (Source: African Development Bank)
Tourism
- Senegal's tourism industry is expected to grow by 10% in 2023, driven by the country's rich cultural heritage and natural beauty. (Source: World Tourism Organization)
- The government has launched a new tourism development plan, which aims to increase the number of tourists visiting the country from 1 million to 2 million by 2025. (Source: Senegal Ministry of Tourism)
Energy
- Senegal has launched a new energy plan, which aims to increase the country's energy production by 50% by 2025. (Source: Senegal Ministry of Energy)
- The government has signed a deal with the French energy company, Total, to develop a new oil refinery in the country. (Source: Total)
Agriculture
- Senegal is one of the largest producers of peanuts in West Africa, and the country's peanut production is expected to increase by 15% in 2023. (Source: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations)
- The government has launched a new agricultural development program, which aims to increase the country's agricultural production and reduce poverty. (Source: Senegal Ministry of Agriculture)
Technology
- Senegal has launched a new digital transformation plan, which aims to increase the country's digital economy by 20% by 2025. (Source: Senegal Ministry of Digital Economy)
- The government has signed a deal with the French technology company, Orange, to develop a new digital platform for the country's public services. (Source: Orange)
Infrastructure
- Senegal has launched a new infrastructure development plan, which aims to increase the country's infrastructure spending by 30% by 2025. (Source: Senegal Ministry of Infrastructure)
- The government has signed a deal with the Chinese construction company, China Road and Bridge Corporation, to develop a new highway in the country. (Source: China Road and Bridge Corporation)
These are just a few examples of the latest business news and updates from Senegal. If you're looking for more information, I recommend checking out reputable news sources such as the Senegalese news agency, APS, or the international news agency, Reuters.