Infrastructure, Networks and Universal Connectivity Project

New

Digital

Digital Services Development Program

Axis 1 : Competitive Economy

SO.1.9. Accelerate the digital transformation of the economy

Funding (public) :

314,000,000,000FCFA

Project leader

Ministry of Communication, Telecommunications, and Digital Economy

Ministry of Communication, Telecommunications and Digital Affairs

Project description

The Infrastructure, Networks and Universal Connectivity project aims to modernize and expand national digital infrastructure to guarantee universal access to high-quality, high-performance, and affordable connectivity. The objective is to create a robust and secure network covering the entire national territory.

Intervention zones

🇸🇳 14 région(s) d'intervention

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Funding (public)

314,000,000,000FCFA

Overall Objective:

Extend access to affordable, resilient, high-speed connectivity across the entire national territory.

Specific Objectives:

Deploy advanced telecommunications infrastructure (fiber optic, 4G/5G networks, etc.) nationwide
Improve internet coverage in rural and peri-urban areas
Strengthen network resilience to ensure uninterrupted connectivity
Facilitate regional interconnection.

Expected results

Reduced digital divide through reliable and affordable connectivity for all citizens, including isolated areas
Strengthened digital economy through improved access to online services, e-commerce, and technology-sector job opportunities
Enhanced sub-regional interconnection and improved submarine cable links
A favorable environment for innovation and the development of technology startups and SMEs.

Key milestones

2025

National digital infrastructure master plan

Expansion and reinforcement of the national backbone

2026

2027

Strengthened sub-regional interconnection

Coverage of underserved white zones

2028

2029

Deployment of 5G across the eight development hubs