Senegal

Senegal is one of West Africa's most stable economies and democracies, a services-oriented economy now on the cusp of becoming an oil and gas producer through major offshore discoveries.

Growth has been solid, anchored by Dakar's role as a regional hub, and the new energy production could be transformative, though the country must manage the windfall and persistent unemployment.

Key Sectors

Key sectors include agriculture (groundnuts and fishing), services and tourism, phosphates, and newly developed offshore oil and natural gas, with Dakar a major regional port and business center.