Senegal’s Housing Bank Wants the Diaspora to Build Homes, Not Just Send Cash
With remittances accounting for nearly 10% of Senegal's GDP, BHS is rolling out targeted financial products to shift expatriate capital from informal family support into productive infrastructure.
PAISD: The Program That Helps Senegalese Diaspora Fund Projects Back Home
For Senegalese residents in France, Belgium, Spain, and Italy, the PAISD program provides structured co-financing for local development projects ranging from food businesses to private schools. Here is what you need to know.
Senegal's New Recovery Plan Targets Diaspora Pain Points: Easier Land Titles and Relaxed Vehicle Import Rules
Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko unveiled a new economic recovery plan on August 1, 2025, that includes two measures the diaspora community has long pushed for: simplified land title acquisition and a higher age limit on imported vehicles.
New Diaspora Initiatives Launched for Expertise Transfer and Consular Modernization
The Secretariat of State for Senegalese Abroad has introduced a pilot program allowing diaspora professionals in health and higher education to serve in rural communities for fixed periods. Additionally, a reform of consular cards is underway in partnership with Synapsys to modernize administrative services for the global diaspora.