“These results confirm the credibility of our institutions and the strength of our economic vision,” Sonko declared, emphasising that Senegal is now positioning itself as a leading destination for strategic investment in West Africa.
According to the Prime Minister, the two-day forum attracted over 11,700 participants from 70 countries and resulted in 51 partnership agreements and project deals across key economic sectors.
The forum brought together prominent global figures and institutions, including Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote, Afreximbank President Dr Okey Oramah, and major private investors from Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
Discussions centred on industrialisation, energy, and fertiliser production - priority areas under Senegal’s 2024–2029 National Development Strategy, which aims to accelerate value-added manufacturing, strengthen agricultural productivity, and promote sustainable energy solutions.
The event served as a platform for public-private dialogue on how to unlock financing, stimulate entrepreneurship, and expand job creation opportunities across Senegal and the wider region.
Analysts say the record-breaking investment pledges mark a major diplomatic and economic victory for President Faye’s administration, which has been working to attract both domestic and foreign capital since taking office earlier this year.
“Senegal is entering a new phase of growth built on trust, innovation, and partnership,” Sonko said, pledging that the government will ensure that all signed agreements translate into tangible projects that benefit the Senegalese people.
The Invest in Senegal Forum has quickly become one of West Africa’s most influential investment platforms, showcasing the country’s strategic vision to become a regional hub for sustainable economic transformation.
