[Exclusif] Abdourahmane Sarr au BIG 2025 « La Vision Sénégal 2050 mise sur l’innovation et l’entrepreneuriat »
Paris - Accor Arena. On the sidelines of the BIG 2025 trade show, a major innovation and entrepreneurship event organized by Bpifrance in Paris, Seneweb obtained an exclusive interview with Abdourahmane Sarr, Senegal's Minister of Economy, Planning, and Cooperation. At the heart of our discussions were the relevance of Senegal's participation in this global forum and the outlines of Vision Senegal 2050, a strategic roadmap for the country's future.
“Senegal must be an actor, not a spectator”
Speaking about the significance of his presence at BIG 2025, the minister explained that such an event is not just a matter of protocol.
"Being present at a trade show like BIG 2025 is not trivial. It's about demonstrating that the structural transformation of our economy requires innovation, creativity, and openness to the world. Senegal must be a player in these dynamics, not a spectator," he said.
For him, participating in an event of this magnitude is an exceptional showcase. “BIG is a space where investors, entrepreneurs, and public decision-makers meet. Our role is to show that Senegal has talent, projects, and a clear vision. It’s also an opportunity to strengthen our visibility and forge strategic alliances,” he continued.
The minister emphasized the importance of the Senegalese diaspora and young entrepreneurs. "We come here to build partnerships, capture new ideas, and above all, show that Senegal is a land of opportunity. We must encourage our startups and give them international exposure."
A long-term ambition
Reflecting on his speech at the fair, Abdourahmane Sarr detailed the spirit of Vision Senegal 2050. For him, this long-term goal aims to project the country into a new era, based on competitiveness, innovation and human capital.
"Vision Senegal 2050 sets out a clear path. It is based on a more diversified and sustainable economic model, capable of creating quality jobs and improving the well-being of the population," he said.
He also emphasized the concrete levers that will support this ambition. "We must invest massively in young people, because they are the ones who will drive innovation and transformation in our economy. Training is essential to prepare people with skills suited to the jobs of tomorrow," he added.
According to the minister, access to financing is also a priority. "Senegalese entrepreneurs must be able to find the resources to bring their ideas to fruition. Public-private partnerships, sovereign wealth funds, and innovation support mechanisms are key tools for unlocking this potential."
Finally, he highlighted Senegal's place on the regional and global stage. "We want to make our country an African hub where local know-how and openness to international markets are combined. Innovation is not an option. It is the very driving force of our future prosperity."
A strong signal to the world
Senegal's participation in BIG 2025 demonstrates a clear commitment to ensuring the country's long-term presence in the major economic transformations of this century. For Abdourahmane Sarr, Senegal's presence in Paris sends a clear message to the international community. "Our future depends on our ability to innovate, to undertake, and to cooperate. Senegal is not destined to remain on the sidelines. It is destined to be important."
Commentaires (5)
ce qui est sur et certains personne va attendre 2050, qu'on sot pro sonko ou pas, c a letat d'activer des leviers pour qu'on voit les prémisses de demain, si a la fin du mandat on voit pas de changement, eh bah pastef vous allez dégager et gare à vous , que meme si un 1000 franc sorte des caisses de l'Etat vous allez être audités. Les sénégalais sont patients mais pas dupes. sénégalais bougoul injustice
C'est pas grave, l'essentiel est que nos enfants et arriere petits enfants vont en profiter, un bon citoyen pense ainsi, les Kulunas etaient la pendant 12 ans et on fait comme des singes dans un champ d'arachide, voler, piller et gaspiller. Moi peut etre que je ne serai pas la en 2050 mais si cela doit profiter aux generations futures c'est bien, les blancs pensent ainsi
Et le pétrole sénégalais dans tout ça, khana on en parle plus pffff
... les entrepreneurs sont bien loin de la vision très théorique de notre ministre.
Connaît-il d'ailleurs les entreprises ?
Ah non, tiens, il a toute sa vie travaillé dans des structures publiques. Quelle surprise !
Encore un homme ou une femme du passé. On parle de vison, de stratégie, il ou elle nous parle de l homme. Ça fait pitié
Vivement 2029 on dégage ces gens ils sont tous le tâtonnement chaque jour avec son slogan
Il faut arrêter de nous parler de vision 2050. Il n y a aucun plan de financement sérieux de cette vision.
Comment un état qui passe son temps à s endetter pour payer salaires et dettes peut t il parler de vision?
Il faut nous dire dans les trois ans qui restent comment réduire le déficit et la charge de la dette, stimuler l économie et l emploi, réduire la pauvreté et le chômage. Faut mériter vos salaires quand même...
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