Banque mondiale announces four priorities for Senegal after convergence of views with the

The World Bank has announced four priorities for Senegal following a convergence of views with the government, with Vice-President Ousmane Diagana meeting President Bassirou Diomaye Faye in Dakar to discuss the country's macroeconomic situation and public debt.

The meeting comes as Senegal faces significant tensions over its debt. According to the International Debt Report 2025 published by the World Bank, multilateral creditors hold 41% of the country's public and guaranteed debt, with the IDA/World Bank holding 17%. Private creditors represent 40% of the total, while bilateral creditors complete the picture with 19%, dominated by China (8%), France (5%), and Japan (1%).

The World Bank has now announced that it will focus its financing on four key areas: protecting vulnerable populations, restoring macroeconomic stability to boost the credibility of public finance management, increasing the role of the private sector in economic growth, and continuing funding for strategic sectors. This announcement comes as Senegal seeks to address its debt crisis.

The World Bank's priorities reflect a shift towards more targeted support for Senegal's development needs. The institution has been working closely with the government to identify areas where it can make the greatest impact. By focusing on these four key areas, the World Bank aims to help Senegal build a more stable and prosperous future.

Practitioners should monitor the implementation of these priorities and how they will be reflected in the country's development strategy.