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The report provides a comprehensive analysis of Senegal's development trajectory up to 2043, comparing a 'Current Path' (business-as-usual) forecast against eight sectoral scenarios and a 'Combined Agenda 2063' scenario. It examines demographics, economic growth, infrastructure, and governance, highlighting the potential for significant GDP and poverty reduction through targeted industrialization, educational reform, and regional trade integration via the AfCFTA.

This case study describes the Natur'ELLES project in Senegal, which uses research, data, and educational initiatives to promote sustainable fishing in mangrove forests and increase the participation of women in natural resource management.

This position paper by the Alliance for Rural Electrification (ARE) and Schneider Electric advocates for gender equality in the renewable energy (RE) sector to accelerate universal energy access by 2030. It argues that women are essential agents of change who reinvest a higher portion of their income into community services than men. The document provides specific recommendations for RE companies, funding partners, and investors to implement gender-sensitive approaches, alongside case studies from India and the Sahel region demonstrating the socio-economic impact of empowering women entrepreneurs and leaders in the energy transition.

The Biocultural Community Protocol (PCB) of Niafrang, Senegal, is a community-led guide designed to protect the village's natural resources, traditional knowledge, and genetic heritage. It establishes governance principles for the sustainable use of biodiversity and serves as a tool for advocacy against zircon mining and land grabbing, while harmonizing customary laws with national and international legal frameworks.

This research paper analyzes the constitutional crisis in Senegal triggered by President Macky Sall's February 2024 decree to postpone presidential elections. It examines the legal disputes, the role of the Constitutional Council, the impact of 'hyper-presidentialism', and the broader implications for regional stability in West Africa.

This research paper analyzes the intersection of climate change and public health in Senegal, detailing how regional climatic phenomena—such as sea-level rise in coastal areas and desertification in the Sahel—contribute to health crises. It highlights a community-led adaptation project in Widou Thiéngoly and calls for coordinated international action at COP28 to support climate-resilient healthcare infrastructure in Africa.

This statement from Natural Justice and the Association Nationale des APACs (ANAPAC) advocates for the legal recognition of Indigenous and Community Conserved Areas (APACs) in Senegal to strengthen biodiversity conservation and support local community governance.

This report examines the socio-economic importance and systemic threats to the fishing sector in Senegal, focusing on a case study of the Ziguinchor region. It details the impact of illegal fishing, infrastructure deficits, and environmental degradation, while evaluating participatory management models and protected marine areas.

This policy brief examines the rise of organized crime in Dakar, Senegal, focusing on drug trafficking, counterfeit pharmaceuticals, and cybercrime. It analyzes how these networks operate through social microcosms and corrupt state actors, the vulnerability of the real estate sector to money laundering, and the resulting threats to urban governance. The authors recommend a comprehensive approach involving legal reform, improved law enforcement capacity, and sub-regional and international cooperation.

This report analyzes the legal and institutional framework of Indigenous Peoples’ and Community Conserved Territories and Areas (ICCAs) in Senegal. It details the transition from state-led conservation to decentralized governance, the role of Communal Natural Reserves (RNCs) and sacred sites, and the challenges regarding formal recognition and sustainability of community-led conservation efforts.

This policy brief by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) discusses the integration of social and environmental safeguards into mangrove restoration projects to ensure climate resilience for both ecosystems and communities. It emphasizes that effective restoration must move beyond simple planting metrics to include biophysical variables and socio-economic indicators. The document provides a framework of safeguards based on Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) guidelines and illustrates their application through the Natur’ELLES project in Senegal, which focuses on gender equality, climate adaptation, and economic development.