World Bank disburses 1.149 billion FCFA to support victims of floods in the Senegal River Valley

The World Bank is collaborating with Senegal to address severe flooding in the Senegal River Valley, exacerbated by exceptional rainfall and the influence of the Manantali and Diama dams.

In this vein, the World Bank has stepped in with 1.149 billion FCFA through the Senegal River Valley Development and Resilience Project, the organization announced.

The World Bank’s funding includes motorized pumps for water evacuation and agricultural inputs to aid affected farmers. It will also support the rehabilitation of damaged public infrastructure, such as schools and health centers, as part of a comprehensive approach to provide both immediate and long-term aid.

Chakib Jenane, World Bank Country Director for Sustainable Development in West and Central Africa, emphasized that an effective disaster response can revive communities. Keiko Miwa, World Bank Country Director for Cabo Verde, Gambia, Guinea-Bissau, Mauritania, and Senegal highlighted the importance of resilience-building, noting that investments in environmental adaptability and responsible natural resource management are essential for the region’s sustainable development.

The World Bank’s Senegal River Valley Development and Resilience Project aims to improve access to resilient infrastructure and services. Meanwhile, the project’s management unit continues to assess and update the list of affected public infrastructure, with specialized support from the World Bank.