Dakar Echo is a Senegalese, French-language digital news outlet based in Dakar that publishes daily coverage of national politics, the economy, justice, culture and religion, alongside regional and international news. The outlet runs a steady stream of opinion writing—Chronique, Billet and Analyse—by Senegalese columnists and contributors, giving context to issues such as governance, youth migration, press regulation and social change. It also reports on business and development around the capital, from aviation and hospitality projects to city services, and follows technology and social platforms with a focus on their impact on media and public debate. Dakar Echo pays close attention to the diaspora, regularly telling stories of Senegalese communities abroad and the ties they maintain with home. Sports, arts, and obituaries of notable figures round out its general-interest remit. Active since 2009 and operating from Dakar, the publication reflects the city’s role as a West African media hub while serving readers across the country and overseas. Its mix of original columns, curated reporting and wire-based updates offers both commentary and quick reads on breaking events. The editorial tone is frank and often critical, positioning the outlet as a platform for debate about Senegal’s public life, institutions and place in the wider region.

Source: Code for Africa

Last updated date: July 2026

Location:
Dakar, Senegal
Year the organization started publishing:
2009
Languages:
No information available
Type of coverage:
National

Content

Editorial coverage:
Generalist, focused on multiple topics
Type of content produced by theme:
Education
Environment
Politics
Technology
Sports
Economy and finance
Journalism genres:
Interviews and reporting
Information services
Journalism coverage types and techniques:
Breaking news
Live coverage of events
Tech platforms and other mediums used:
Social media platforms
Podcast
Twitter
Facebook

Audience and reach

Social media audience

Facebook number of followers:
6,900
Twitter number of followers:
4,472

Management and team

Founders

Female:
0
Male:
2
Founders:
Amadou Lamine Ndao Saliou NDIAYE
Directors:
Amadou Lamine NDAO

Team

Full-time employees:
2
Part-time employees:
2
Freelancers or consultants:
3
Volunteers:
5

Business structure and revenue sources

Organization tax status:
Hybrid model (more than one nonprofit or for-profit)

Why is this profile included?

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