General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Dakar |
| Country | Senegal |
| Currency | CFA franc |
| Main religion | Islam |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 51.1% |
| Gdp | $43.08 billion |
| Size | 196,722 km² |
| Population | 17,223,925 |
| Population density | 87.6 people/km² |
| Kids per female | 4.7 |
| City population | 51.3% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 20∘C |
| Summer | 30∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | French |
| Population able to read | 57.7% |
| Population with a college degree | 10.1% |
| Population able to speak english | 12.3% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 34.3 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | no |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | No |
| Crime | 4.5/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Right |
| Main airline | Air Senegal |
| Main airport | Blaise Diagne International Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $NA |
| Cigarettes | $1.5 |
| Burger | $2 |
| Coffee | $1 |
| Beer | $1.5 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $250/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $50/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $150/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $NA/10km |
| Petrol | $NA/l |
| Rental car | $NA/day |
| Public transportation | $NA/daypass |
| Bike rental | $NA/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 15% |
| Vat | 18% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $1500 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 10% |
| Coffeeshop | 5-10% |
| Services | 10-15% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 10.59/MBits |
| Tld | .sn |
| Free wifi | 6/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 27% |
| Phone mobile data | $15 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 95% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type E, F |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Sunday |
| Closing times | 6:00 PM |
| Opening times | 8:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Jumia |
| Supermarket | Auchan |
| Pharmacy | Pharmacie Nationale |
| Drugstore | N/A |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | No |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 6/10 |
| Bars | 7/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 5/10 |
| Public Parks | 7/10 |
| Swimming | 8/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Football |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Thiéboudienne | Fish and rice dish with vegetables and spices | 5-10 |
| Yassa | Chicken or fish marinated in lemon and onions | 4-8 |
| Mafe | Peanut stew with meat or fish | 5-9 |
| Poulet Yassa | Grilled chicken with lemon and onions | 6-10 |
| Caldo | Fish soup with vegetables and spices | 4-7 |
| Ndoko | Steamed fish with vegetables and spices | 5-9 |
| Fataya | Fried pastries filled with meat or vegetables | 1-3 |
| Accara | Black-eyed pea fritters | 1-2 |
| Tiep bou dien | Fish and rice dish with vegetables and spices | 5-10 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Bissap | A refreshing hibiscus tea, popular during Ramadan | 1-2 |
| Ginger Beer | A non-alcoholic beverage made with ginger, sugar, and water | 1-2 |
| Jus de Bouye | A sweet and tangy juice made from baobab fruit | 2-3 |
| Lait Caillé | A fermented milk drink, similar to yogurt | 1-2 |
| Pain de Singe | A sweet and sticky drink made from tamarind fruit | 1-2 |
| Thé Touba | A green tea flavored with cloves and nutmeg | 1-2 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sand Painting | Intricate and colorful sand paintings depicting scenes from Senegalese life | $10-$20 |
| Wooden Masks | Hand-carved wooden masks representing various spirits and deities | $20-$50 |
| Textiles | Vibrant and patterned fabrics used for clothing, home decor, and accessories | $10-$30 per yard |
| Jewelry | Silver, gold, and beaded jewelry inspired by traditional Senegalese designs | $15-$50 |
| Leather Goods | Handcrafted leather bags, wallets, and shoes | $20-$60 |
| Musical Instruments | Traditional Senegalese instruments such as the djembe, kora, and balafon | $50-$200 |
| Carvings | Intricately carved wooden or stone sculptures depicting animals, people, and scenes | $20-$100 |
| Basketry | Woven baskets made from natural fibers such as straw, sisal, and palm leaves | $10-$30 |
| Ceramics | Hand-painted pottery and ceramics featuring traditional Senegalese motifs | $15-$40 |
| Gourd Art | Decorated gourds used as ornaments, musical instruments, and storage containers | $10-$25 |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | Celebrates the start of the new year |
| Tabaski | July 9 | Celebrates the end of the Hajj pilgrimage |
| Korite | May 2 | Celebrates the end of Ramadan |
| Ascension Day | May 13 | Celebrates the ascension of Jesus Christ into heaven |
| Whit Monday | May 24 | Celebrates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles |
| Independence Day | August 20 | Celebrates Senegal’s independence from France |
| Assumption Day | August 15 | Celebrates the assumption of Mary into heaven |
| All Saints’ Day | November 1 | Celebrates all Christian saints |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | Le Soleil |
| Online news | Seneweb |
| Tv | RTS |
| Radio | Radio Sénégal |