Senegal — Country Facts & Profile
Sénégal
Western Africa, Africa
Dakar is the capital of Senegal (Sénégal), a country in Africa with 18,593,258 inhabitants across 196,722 km². The national currency is the West African CFA franc (Fr XOF). The official language is French. It is among the 100 most populous countries globally.
Essential Facts
Economic Data
Senegal has a GDP per capita of $1,773, reflecting the average economic output per person in the country.
Climate & Cost
Key indicators for visiting or living in Senegal.
Land & Location
Senegal is located in Western Africa at coordinates 14.00°N, 14.00°W. It shares borders with 5 countries. Total land area: 196,722 km² (75,955 mi²). Population density: 95 people per km². The highest point is Népin Cliff at 531 m.
Infrastructure Highlights
Notable infrastructure highlights in Senegal, including Stade Léopold Sédar Senghor with a capacity of 60,000 seats.
60,000 seats
420 beds
Parks & Wildlife
Senegal has 6 zoos and 1 botanical garden.
Source: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).
UNESCO Sites
Senegal is home to 2 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, reflecting its rich cultural and natural history.
2
World Heritage Sites
Cities Across Senegal
Regional Breakdown
Dakar
16 cities · 4,808,904 people
Largest: Dakar
Diourbel Region
6 cities · 1,594,747 people
Largest: Touba
Thies
18 cities · 1,357,554 people
Largest: Thiès
Saint-Louis
13 cities · 444,471 people
Largest: Saint-Louis
Kaolack
8 cities · 416,224 people
Largest: Kaolack
Ziguinchor
4 cities · 257,825 people
Largest: Ziguinchor
Louga
7 cities · 246,428 people
Largest: Louga
Kolda
7 cities · 238,440 people
Largest: Kolda
Tambacounda
5 cities · 198,541 people
Largest: Tambacounda
Matam
13 cities · 163,658 people
Largest: Matam
Fatick
9 cities · 144,257 people
Largest: Fatick
Kaffrine
6 cities · 138,657 people
Largest: Kaffrine
Sédhiou
5 cities · 75,550 people
Largest: Sédhiou
Kedougou
1 cities · 30,051 people
Largest: Kédougou
Frequently Asked Questions about Senegal
- What is the capital of Senegal?
- The capital of Senegal is Dakar.
- What is the population of Senegal?
- Senegal has a population of approximately 18,593,258 people.
- What continent is Senegal in?
- Senegal is located in Africa, in the Western Africa subregion.
- Where is Senegal located?
- Senegal is located in Western Africa, Africa, at coordinates 14.0°N, 14.0°W.
- What currency does Senegal use?
- Senegal uses the West African CFA franc (Fr XOF).
- What is the capital and currency of Senegal?
- The capital of Senegal is Dakar and the currency is the West African CFA franc (XOF).
- What language is spoken in Senegal?
- The official language of Senegal is French.
- What is the area of Senegal?
- Senegal covers a total area of 196,722 km² (75,955 square miles).
- How large is Senegal in square miles?
- Senegal has a total area of approximately 75,955 square miles (196,722 km²).
- What is the population density of Senegal?
- Senegal has a population density of approximately 95 people per km².
- Is Senegal an independent country?
- Yes, Senegal is a fully independent and sovereign country.
- How many countries does Senegal border?
- Senegal shares land borders with 5 countries.
- What is the GDP per capita of Senegal?
- The GDP per capita of Senegal is approximately $1,773.
- How many UNESCO World Heritage Sites does Senegal have?
- Senegal has 2 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
- What countries border Senegal?
- Senegal shares land borders with: Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Mali, Mauritania.
- What is the country calling code for Senegal?
- The international calling code for Senegal is +221. To call Senegal from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +221 and the local number.
- What time zone is Senegal in?
- Senegal operates on the UTC time zone.
- What is the highest point in Senegal?
- The highest point in Senegal is Népin Cliff at 531 m (1,742 ft) above sea level.
- What is the GNI per capita of Senegal?
- The Gross National Income (GNI) per capita of Senegal is approximately $1,680 (World Bank data).
- How fast is the internet in Senegal?
- The average internet speed in Senegal is 22 Mbps, which is considered moderate by global standards.