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From Classroom to the Sound Desk: Nicole and the ISEP Revolution in Senegal
https://www.worldbank.org/en/news/feature/2026/02/26/from-classroom-to-sound-desk-nicole-and-the-isep-revolution-in-senegal

Vocational education in Senegal once sat quietly in the shadow of traditional universities. Today, it’s powering the country’s bold push to fight youth unemployment, stimulate job creation, and drive sustainable growth.

Read more

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Africa’s Pulse: Pathways to Job Creation in Africa
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2025 Africa Country Policy and Institutional Assessment (CPIA)
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SEN

BY THE NUMBERS: SENEGAL

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https://data360.worldbank.org/en/economy/SEN
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OVERVIEW:
SENEGAL
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About
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Development
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THE LATEST FROM SENEGAL

Discover the latest press releases, feature stories, blog posts, research, publications, and more.

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See all Feature Stories

See all Research & Publications

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Projects

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Results

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https://www.worldbank.org/en/results/all?lang_exact=English&count_exact=Senegal

PROJECTS & RESULTS

Learn about the projects that are shaping the future of the country and the significant results that demonstrate our commitment to sustainable development.

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RESEARCH
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More Research & Publications
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Senegal Economic Updates
The reports monitor recent economic developments in the country.
https://www.worldbank.org/en/country/senegal/publication/afw-senegal-economic-update
Read Full Report
https://www.worldbank.org/en/country/senegal/publication/afw-senegal-economic-update
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2025 Africa Country Policy and Institutional Assessment (CPIA)
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Africa’s Pulse: Pathways to Job Creation in Africa
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Senegal Country Climate and Development Report
https://www.worldbank.org/en/country/senegal/publication/senegal-country-climate-and-development-report
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CONNECT WITH US

Facebook
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https://www.facebook.com/WorldBankAfrica
Twitter
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https://x.com/worldbankafrica
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https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL59FB6C9C9D741D01&feature=plcp

Country Leadership

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Pierre Xavier Bonneau
https://www.worldbank.org/en/about/people/p/pierre-xavier-bonneau
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Acting Head, Senegal Office
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Wilfried Kouamé
https://www.worldbank.org/en/about/people/w/wilfried-kouame
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Senior Economist for Senegal
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Country Office

Corniche Ouest X,
Rue Léon Gontran Damas,
Dakar, Senegal
sdjigo@worldbankgroup.org

For project-related issues and complaints contact senegalalert@worldbank.org
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