Selected Activities
The Integrated Programme in Senegal, Phase II (2004-2008): Competitiveness and upgrading of the industrial infrastructure based on an efficient public-private partnership
Dynamics of Integrated Programme
The Integrated Programme is the strategic cooperation framework for the Republic of Senegal and UNIDO since 1999. The first phase of the programme (2000-2004) was positively evaluated.
A diversified partnership
The main partnerships were developed in cooperation with the Senegalese government (counterpart) and the private sector (beneficiary) within the framework of Integrated Programme 2 (IP 2).
Challenges to strengthen the Integrated Programme , Phase II
The Poverty Reduction Strategy Paper (PRSP) and the Accelerated Growth Strategy (SCA) set ambitious targets to turn Senegal into an emerging economy within the next ten years.
Industrial upgrading and modernization of SMEs
The Senegalese project is the first industrial upgrading and modernization programme for African companies in the Sub-Saharan region. The project is carried out in cooperation with the private sector...
Clusters and its stimulation of professional organizations and the local economy
The UNIDO programme CLUSTER has been developed in 20 countries throughout the whole world. The programme includes a specific methodology for economic incentives for company networks
Micro and Small Enterprises
In order to implement industrial state directives, UNIDO launch a pilot project (2003 –2006) in Saint Louis under the patronage of the Ministry of Industry.
Textile and Clothing Cluster of the Accelerated Growth Strategy
Senegalese authorities wanted to turn the restructured local textile industry into a cutting-edge sector through the complete liberalization of the textile market.
Capacitiy Development
The UEMOA Economic Commission, with the technical support of UNIDO, launched the regional programme, called UEMOA QUALITY for the implementation regional accreditation, standardization and quality promotion system.
Surveys and other strategic UNIDO activities
UNIDO disposes of profound knowledge of the productive system in Senegal. UNIDO gathers information through project and financial surveys. The financial resources, granted by UNIDO Headquarters, support the implementation of the projects.
