Diamniadio Project Overview:

Objective: The Diamniadio project aims to alleviate congestion in Dakar and provide Senegal with an eco-city that is durable, intelligent, and connected.

Location: Situated 30 km southwest of Dakar and 15 minutes from Blaise Diagne International Airport.

Urban Development: The city will cover 2,500 hectares and accommodate nearly one million residents. It will feature a mix of institutions, ministries, a digital park, university housing, and green spaces.

Economic Impact: Expected to generate 35,000 direct jobs and 105,000 indirect jobs by 2025.

Funding: Supported by the African Development Bank with a €70.6 million investment.

Technological Integration: The city will feature data centres, training and software development centres, e-commerce facilities, and business incubators.

Sustainability Efforts: Renewable energy, particularly solar power with a 15 MW capacity, will be used. Buildings will be designed for energy efficiency and natural ventilation.

Management: Automation of traffic, energy efficiency, and security will be handled through IT systems.

Project Terra Pura Overview:

Objective: To create a mixed housing and eco-innovation center that supports economic development in a culturally appropriate and sustainable manner.

Employment and Housing: Aims to integrate new employment opportunities with mixed housing needs, creating a self-sustaining community.

Sustainability: Will focus on zero waste systems, recycling all waste streams to enhance self-sustainability.

Sphere Economy: Utilises feedback loops to make informed decisions that consider long-term impacts, reducing risk, waste, and emissions.

Community Engagement: Co-creation with local communities to ensure the project is culturally appropriate and environmentally sustainable.

Economic Resilience: Aims to boost local entrepreneurial capacity and enhance the region’s economic, social, and territorial value.

Sustainable Development: Emphasizes innovation, productivity, and growth linked to sustainable development goals.

Human Development: Focuses on improving lives and creating opportunities for people to develop their skills and access the labour market.

Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD): Leverages local resources, skills, and competencies to drive community change.

Long-term Outcomes and Benefits:

Environmental Restoration: Aims to restore degraded landscapes and halt desertification.

Economic and Social Benefits: Promotes livelihoods, job creation, improved agricultural productivity, and food security.

Infrastructure Development: Focuses on resilient infrastructure, renewable energy access, and better sanitation.

Health and Education: Aims to improve air quality, health, and education facilities.

Integrated Systems: Utilises holistic accounting and audit systems to ensure sustainable viability and return on investment.

Overall, both the Diamniadio and Project Terra Pura initiatives are integral parts of the Plan Senegal Emergence (PSE), aiming to transform Senegal into a hub of sustainable and innovative development. These projects combine modern technological systems with sustainable practices to enhance economic growth, environmental health, and community well-being.