From the State
A clear and shared vision, a strategy for developing national enterprise, good public governance, recognition of the role of private business leaders and a spirit of ongoing consultation and partnership.
About us
Founded in 1983, the National Confederation of Employers of Senegal (CNES) has become a key partner of the State, the social partners and other technical and financial partners on all matters concerning the private sector.
While aware of the important role that foreign-owned companies must play, CNES has built over the years a development approach centred mainly on the efforts of the national private sector.
1983 - 2023
CNES in figures
For four decades, CNES has served Senegalese business, bringing together major national and international groups and SMEs throughout the country.
43 years
serving Senegalese business since 1983
+85 %
of formal-sector SMEs
90 %
of private training institutes and universities
+100
seats on economic and social bodies
50
elected members of the Board of Directors
17
professional federations and groups
A partner of the State and of development partners
CNES is regularly consulted in the design of national economic and social development policies and strategies. It is therefore a privileged partner of the State and of technical and financial partners on all matters relating to the support and promotion of the private sector.
The organisation is committed to public-private partnership and builds with each partner relationships based on shared responsibility and a strong commitment to the principles of good governance.
What CNES expects from its partners
From workers' organisations
Shared productivity and competitiveness goals, and social dialogue.
From development partners
Good coordination of programmes, for greater effectiveness and better ownership by beneficiaries.
2026-2027 roadmap
Five priorities for businesses.
Since its renewal in 2026, CNES has launched a new dynamic built on listening, closeness and action. Its mission: to represent employers, defend business interests, improve the business environment and support Senegal's economic transformation.
Improve the business environment
Administrative simplification, shorter payment times, legal certainty for investment and a stable regulatory framework.
Support business competitiveness
Measures to help national companies raise their productivity in the face of ever stronger international competition.
Promote employment and skills
In a country where half the population is under 25, matching training with jobs is a central challenge.
Support economic transitions
Digital transformation, artificial intelligence, energy transition, industrialisation and regional integration.
Strengthen public-private dialogue
Remain a credible and constructive partner of the public authorities in designing economic reforms.
Since the handover of 7 April 2026
The first 100 days of the new leadership
42
member companies met
17
federations mobilised
10
working meetings held
10
institutional audiences
Senegalese who believe in Senegal.