Project to Promote Local Consumption and Made in Senegal

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Commerce

Program for the Development of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs)

Axis 1 : Competitive Economy

SO.1.1. Build a high-performing, sustainable and competitive agri-food sector, driving the economic and social transformation of the country

Funding (public et prive) :

2,600,000,000 FCFA

Project leader

Ministry of Industry and Trade

Project description

The “Local Consumption Month” (MCL) is a Directive of the Council of Ministers of Trade of UEMOA, adopted on 25 October 2019, to strengthen intra-community trade, reduce dependence on imports from third countries, and create conditions favourable to the development of the economies of UEMOA Member States. The concept of “Local Consumption”, according to UEMOA, covers all goods and services of community origin in line with the applicable rules of origin.

Intervention zones

🇸🇳 14 région(s) d'intervention

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Funding (public et prive)

2,600,000,000 FCFA

Overall Objective

Increase the visibility and promotion of local products

Specific Objectives

Intensify trade between UEMOA Member States
Ensure food sovereignty and promote local endogenous growth within Member States

Expected results

Dependence on imports, the trade deficit and foreign currency outflows are reduced
Local and regional value chains are developed, strengthening the economic fabric with champion enterprises
Competitiveness and population resilience to the high cost of living are strengthened
Wealth and employment, especially for youth and women, are created
The local economy is strengthened, fostering inclusive endogenous growth, food security and economic sovereignty
Economic dynamism is stimulated, helping reduce social inequalities and poverty nationally and in rural areas

Key milestones

2025

2026

2027

2028

2029