In a significant move announced on Sunday, Senegal’s Minister of Energy, Petroleum, and Mines, Birame Souleye Diop, unveiled a sharp reduction in electricity prices, slashing the cost per kilowatt-hour (kWh) from D14 to D7. The minister attributed this cut to sweeping structural reforms in the energy sector, designed to improve efficiency and make power more affordable for citizens.
Speaking on Radio Senegal, Diop described the price reduction as a transformative shift in the country’s energy policy.
“These reforms are aimed at reducing production costs, improving system performance, and ensuring energy is accessible to all Senegalese,” he said.
The decision has been widely praised as a major step toward social and economic fairness, while also supporting Senegal’s broader energy transition goals.
By lowering electricity costs, the government aims to alleviate financial pressure on households and businesses, marking a key milestone in the nation’s drive for sustainable and inclusive growth.
