Guest of the morning show « Salam Senegal » on Radio Sénégal Internationale, Professor El Hadji Mounirou Ndiaye, Minister Counselor and Head of the Office for Monitoring and Evaluation of Public Policies and Programs, presented the broad outlines of the new framework Senegal 2050. This ambitious project, aimed at transforming the country’s economy and institutions, is part of a dynamic of transparency and economic sovereignty.
During his speech, the minister underlined the desire of the new government to carry out transparent management. “The approach of the new government is transparency, the project is there. We are going to make our presentation today, and we are going to tell the Senegalese where we intend to take this country,” he said, emphasizing the importance of clear communication around this framework to mobilize support. of the population.
One of the major axes of Senegal 2050 is to rethink the structure of the Senegalese economy, which largely depends on foreign players. Professor Ndiaye described an economy where 35% of added value is created by European, Chinese and Moroccan companies. Although the project does not reject these contributions, it prioritizes the promotion of Senegalese businesses and the national private sector. According to him, sovereignty is not limited to agriculture, but extends to key sectors such as digital technology and science.
The minister also clarified that the project was not developed by foreign firms, but by Senegalese experts, which guarantees better consideration of local realities.
Priority projects include the development of the railway and the construction of the “water highway”, a project intended to strengthen Senegal’s food sovereignty by stimulating agricultural transformation. Professor Ndiaye acknowledged the challenges facing the country, but remains optimistic about the implementation of these initiatives. “Even if we do not solve the problem of all Senegalese, they will see that the country is on the right track,” he declared.
Despite the economic challenges, Professor Ndiaye insisted on the continuity of the State and the role that the IMF and the World Bank can play in supporting the development of Senegal. According to him, national sovereignty does not mean a total break with these international financial institutions, but a gradual transition towards more complete autonomy.
The minister also responded to complaints from the private sector which have intensified since the arrival of the new authorities. He affirmed that the private sector is one of the priorities of the project Senegal 2050 and that measures will be taken to strengthen their involvement in economic development.
Aware of the current economic situation, Professor Ndiaye stressed that any transition phase involves difficulties and learning periods. He expressed his confidence in the government’s ability to restore the country, particularly on an institutional level, by avoiding the scandals known under past regimes. According to him, the upcoming legislative elections will be crucial to put in place the reforms necessary to overhaul institutions through the passing of new laws.
The professor also pointed out that Senegal 2050 does not aim to count the number of jobs created, as previous regimes did, but rather to create real opportunities for young people, fishermen and other key socio-economic groups. The aim is to create favorable conditions to retain young people in Senegal and offer them future prospects.
El Hadji Mounirou Ndiaye emphasized the need to change mentalities from a young age, because according to him, a lasting transformation of the country requires a change in behavior and attitudes. This change will be difficult, but it is essential for the success of the project Senegal 2050.
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