Video: Senegal, the first country in French-speaking Africa to launch DAB+

09.05.2024 - Senegal Senegal

As part of the development of broadcasting services in Senegal and following the adoption of DAB/DAB+ standards by the international community, the ARTP organised a workshop on Wednesday 8 May 2024 to present the Digital Radio pilot project carried out in the country. Abdou Karim Sall, Director General, ARTP: "As part of this pilot phase, we have commissioned two multiplexers, so a total of 32 on-board radio stations. It makes Senegal the first French-speaking African country south of the Sahara to make digital radio available to operators. Senegal is always a pioneer in projects whether it's 5G, 4G or DTT, so Senegal can't be left behind when it comes to in terms of innovation, which is why today we have this desire to provide Senegal with this technology possibility of having terrestrial digital radio and it's a pleasure for Senegal and for the Senegalese."

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