Agropole Centre: CFAF 400 million mobilized to compensate affected populations

Author: senenews.comPublished on: October 29, 2026Country: Senegal
Business & Economy
Agropole Centre: CFAF 400 million mobilized to compensate affected populations

The Agropole Centre project has mobilized more than CFAF 400 million to compensate people affected by the development of its agro-industrial parks. At a forum in Karone, national coordinator Babou Dramé said the Mélacadia park, developed by Enabel, is complete, but buildings for businesses still need to be constructed. Discussions are underway with around ten companies about setting up at the site, while the project aims to strengthen links between farmers and processors and promote the value-added processing of local agricultural products.

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