The Saudi Fund for Development financed the rehabilitation project of Tambacounda-Guederi road has been inaugurated in Senegal.
The project has been financed through a soft loan of approximately $30 million. It included the rehabilitation of a critical 80km road and the improvement of roadside services.
The roadside services include first aid and emergency care units for individuals who sustained injuries from road traffic accidents as well as water wells to serve travelers and residents in and around the area.
In addition to providing people and communities with better and increased access to vital and basic services, the development of Tambacounda-Guederi road will improve road safety and reduce road accident fatalities.
The project by Saudi Fund for Development is expected to contribute to Senegal’s long-term growth and prosperity. It will also play a significant role in transforming the national economy and strengthening the infrastructure of the country’s transport sector.
The rehabilitation project will help cut transport costs and contribute to creating sustainable cities and communities.
During the inauguration of the Tambacounda-Guederi road project, Senegalese President Macky Sall praised the Saudi Arabian Government for its unwavering dedication to launching impactful development projects and programs in Senegal since 1978. He highlighted the importance of Senegal’s long-running and fruitful partnership with the kingdom, and stressed the impacts of the rehabilitation project in promoting development and prosperity in Senegal.
H.E. Al-Nafaie, Saudi Ambassador to the Republic of Senegal, said: “Saudi Arabia will continue supporting projects and programs through SFD in Senegal. Not only will the current project further strengthen the ties between the Kingdom and Senegal, but it will also contribute to a prosperous future for Senegal and achieving the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.”
