Senegalese government leader Amadou Ba chaired, on Thursday, February 22, 2024, an important ministerial meeting dedicated to collaboration with the country’s academic community. This meeting, which was held at the Ousmane Tanor Dieng Ministry in Diamniadio, was marked by the opening speech of Amadou Ba where he stressed the importance of working together for quality education for all, without distinction.Ba highlighted the importance of university education as the foundation for innovation, research and progress in Senegalese society. He recalled that higher education must be a space of emancipation, innovation and excellence, encouraging creativity and critical thinking in students and teachers.The Prime Minister also recalled President Macky Sall’s clear ambition to make higher education an essential lever for development and the creation of intellectual and economic wealth.Ba highlighted the government’s achievements in investing to improve the accessibility, quality and relevance of education at all levels. However, he acknowledged that challenges remain, such as the lack of infrastructure, adequate funding, staff and equipment, as well as the need to strengthen the training of teachers and researchers.The Prime Minister concluded by reaffirming his government’s strong commitment to higher education and calling for continued collaboration to advance the education system to new heights of success and excellence.The article concludes by pointing out that business resumed behind closed doors after the opening speech. This meeting marks the beginning of an ongoing process of collaboration and concerted action to overcome obstacles and advance Senegal’s education system
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