Joal (Senegal), participant to the African Cities Program
Location:
Joal-Fadiouth, Senegal
Category:
programs/african-cities-program
Sector:
Urban Planning
Approval year:
2024
Status:
approved
Joal is a town in the Thiès Region, located on Senegal’s Petite Côte, 114 km southeast of Dakar.
According to the Mayor, "the city has significant cultural, environmental, and socio-economic assets to become a model city for Senegal and Africa." The city is seeking UMDF's assistance and is interested in joining the African Cities Program to build “a green and prosperous city.”
The city action plan will also focus on women’s empowerment, improving municipal governance, and supporting the development of urban infrastructure and basic services needed for the well-being of its population.