Senegal
AI Agent Legal Status: undefined · Autonomy: low
Legal Framework
Senegal follows the OHADA (Organisation pour l'Harmonisation en Afrique du Droit des Affaires) uniform business law framework shared across 17 Francophone African nations. Digital governance is guided by the Personal Data Protection Commission (CDP) and the Senegal Digital strategy. No AI-specific legislation exists.
Key Laws & Regulations
- ◆OHADA Uniform Acts
- ◆Personal Data Protection Law (Law 2008-12)
- ◆Telecommunications Code
- ◆Senegal Digital 2025 Strategy
Business Formation
SARL and SA under OHADA framework. The Dakar free economic zone and APIX (investment promotion agency) streamline business registration for eligible companies.
Tax Implications
Corporate tax rate of 30%. Special economic zone incentives available. VAT at 18%.
Opportunities
Gateway to Francophone West Africa's 100M+ consumer market. Growing mobile penetration and digital financial services adoption create opportunities for AI-driven products.
Highlights
Senegal is a hub for Francophone West African tech, with Dakar hosting multiple incubators and a growing digital economy. OHADA harmonized commercial law provides legal predictability.
Risks & Challenges
Limited domestic market and nascent digital infrastructure outside Dakar may constrain AI business scaling.