On May 15, 2026, Senegal officially opened a new Living Lab at the Assane Seck University in Ziguinchor, located in the Casamance region. The facility aims to foster digital innovation and collaboration among students, researchers, and local entrepreneurs.
The Living Lab is designed as a collaborative space where participants can develop and test digital solutions tailored to regional challenges. It is part of Senegal's broader strategy to promote technology and entrepreneurship outside the capital, Dakar.
According to local reports, the lab will focus on areas such as agriculture, education, and health, leveraging digital tools to improve livelihoods in Casamance. The initiative is supported by the Senegalese government and international partners, though specific funding details were not immediately available.
