Sécurité routière : Le Sénégal bascule vers le permis à points et la vidéoverbalisation d'ici 2026
The Minister of Infrastructure and Land and Air Transport, Yankhoba Diémé, launched a workshop dedicated to drafting the regulatory section of the new Highway Code. This meeting, considered crucial, brings together more than fifteen ministries and state services involved in road transport safety and regulation in Senegal.
According to the minister, this workshop is part of the implementation of directives from the highest authorities in the country, particularly the President of the Republic, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, who regularly calls for accelerating reforms aimed at modernizing the transport sector and strengthening road safety. It also responds to the requirements of the legislative agenda initiated by Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, with the goal of providing Senegal with a comprehensive and operational Highway Code.
As a reminder, although a Highway Code law was adopted in 2022, its effective implementation remained contingent on the drafting of the regulatory framework, a voluminous document containing over 600 articles. "The ministry has been working for several months with its technical departments and experts to develop this document. Today, it is being shared with all stakeholders for review, analysis, and improvement," explained the minister. This consultation phase involves several ministerial departments, including the Ministries of the Armed Forces, Finance, the Interior, Higher Education, and Employment.
Technological innovations for greater security
The new regulatory framework includes several major innovations to modernize traffic management and combat road insecurity. Key measures include the introduction of a points-based driving license system, automated traffic enforcement using digital devices, and enhanced driver training. The reform also marks the end of independent applications, with mandatory enrollment in driving schools, and the digitization of driving licenses and fine payment procedures.
The minister also emphasized the modernization of vehicle inspections, including plans to expand inspection centers nationwide and utilize digital tools for enhanced monitoring. Yankhoba Diémé stressed that implementing a points-based driving license system requires a robust technological infrastructure. "A points-based license system can't be managed with a notepad. It requires an automated system capable of recording violations, deducting points, and managing penalties," he emphasized.
Aiming for complete digitalization by June 2026
In this context, the government is focusing on digitalization, particularly through the use of electronic payment solutions and tools capable of supporting defense and security forces in law enforcement. Regarding the implementation date, the minister remained cautious, while indicating that the authorities hope for implementation before the end of the first half of 2026.
Some measures will, however, require awareness and adaptation phases for users and transport professionals. "The essential point is that the State takes the appropriate measures to combat road insecurity. All reforms that will lead to greater effectiveness will be supported," the minister stated.
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