2020-08-07
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Social distancing: Limit public gatherings stricter enforcement of existing measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19, including: the prohibition of gatherings public spaces, including beaches; a prohibition on all demonstrations on public highways; social distancing requirements on public transport. Violators may be subject to fines and potentially one month of jail time. |
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2020-08-07
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Public health measures: Requirement to wear protective gear in public stricter enforcement of existing measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19, including: mandatory use of facial coverings. Violators may be subject to fines and potentially one month of jail time. |
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2020-07-15
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Movement restrictions: International flights suspension International commercial flights will resume July 15. |
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2020-06-30
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Movement restrictions: Border closure Land and sea borders remain closed until further notice. |
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2020-06-30
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Socio-economic measures: State of emergency declared end to the COVID-19 related State of Emergency effective 11:00p.m. local time on June 30. |
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2020-06-30
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Social distancing: Closure of businesses and public services Government of Senegal administrative business hours will return to 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. |
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2020-05-29
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Socio-economic measures: State of emergency declared extended the current State of Emergency through July 2, 2020. |
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2020-05-19
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Movement restrictions: Domestic travel restrictions suspended travel between regions, including during the upcoming Korite holiday, except in very limited circumstances |
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2020-05-19
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Movement restrictions: Curfews Daily curfew of 9:00 pm to 5:00 am |
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2020-05-19
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Social distancing: Schools closure Schooling will resume on June 2 only for students in the examination classes (i.e. CM2, Troisieme and Terminal). |
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2020-05-13
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Socio-economic measures: Economic measures Speech about various governmental measures to keep economy strong -- "indiqué aux membres du Gouvernement que la poursuite de l’exécution des projets d’investissements publics, la protection des travailleurs, le maintien des activités et le développement de nos entreprises, constituent des catalyseurs pour la relance économique." |
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2020-05-04
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Socio-economic measures: State of emergency declared Extending the State of Emergency |
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2020-05-04
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Socio-economic measures: State of emergency declared Extending the State of Emergency for 30 days |
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2020-04-29
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Socio-economic measures: Economic measures Amending sanctions related to violating COVID-19 measures for land transportation |
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2020-04-23
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Socio-economic measures: Economic measures Tax measures in support of businesses |
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2020-04-19
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Socio-economic measures: Emergency administrative structures activated or established Emergency administrative COVID-19 task-force information |
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2020-04-09
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Movement restrictions: Surveillance and monitoring As stated. |
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2020-04-09
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Public health measures: Strengthening the public health system Sufficient supplies and test kits, healthcare centers, etc. |
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2020-04-03
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Socio-economic measures: Economic measures Program for economic and social resilience ("Programme de résilience économique et sociale"). 2 Parts: (1) The state will cover expenses of electricity, water, and food expenses of households. Specific funding amounts have been allocated to each type of expense, and cover a different number of households but are targeted at households in need. (2) Economic bailout in the private sector (302 billion). 100 billion dedicated to direct support of hardest hit industries, particularly transportation, hotels, and agriculture. 200 billion to affected companies + tax rebates / suspensions for up to 24 months. |
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2020-03-27
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Social distancing: Limit public gatherings Adjusting land transportation. 1 meter between passengers on public transportation. Limit number of passengers to half the number of seats available. Taxis that can hold 5 people are now limited to 3 people, including the driver. Number of passengers in 2-wheeled vehicles is limited to 1. Legal penalties for non compliance. |
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2020-03-27
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Public health measures: Other public health measures enforced Disinfect each transport vehicle (inside and outside) at least once daily. Staff is provided PPE. Legal penalties for non compliance. |
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2020-03-27
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Public health measures: Requirement to wear protective gear in public Transportation staff to be provided personal protective equipment to disinfect transportation. |
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2020-03-27
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Movement restrictions: Checkpoints within the country Health checks at transportation centers in line with the health and safety measures enacted at whatever time. Legal penalties for non compliance. |
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2020-03-27
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Movement restrictions: Domestic travel restrictions Unnecessary travel is prohibited. Legal penalties for non compliance. |
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2020-03-25
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Socio-economic measures: Emergency administrative structures activated or established Emergency administrative services enacted. Reconfigures working hours to a fixed 30 hours per week, 0900 to 1500, Monday through Friday |
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2020-03-24
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Socio-economic measures: State of emergency declared From 24 March at midnight, nationwide. Originally declared for 30 days, but extended to continue for a period of 3 months total. Status will be reassessed in 3 months. Legal penalties for noncompliance. |
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2020-03-24
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Public health measures: Awareness campaigns Ministry of Health and Social Action (Le Ministere de la Sante de l’Action sociale) started an awareness campaign, featuring a chatbot, for more information and effective communication. |
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2020-03-18
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Movement restrictions: International flights suspension Suspension of all flights with France, Spain, Belgium, Italy, Portugal, Algeria, and Tunisia. |
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2020-03-16
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Social distancing: Schools closure
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2020-03-15
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Movement restrictions: Border closure PARTIAL border closure. Suspension of reception of cruise ships. |
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2020-03-15
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Movement restrictions: Visa restrictions Suspension of trips linked to religious pilgrimages |
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2020-03-15
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Public health measures: Health screenings in airports and border crossings Health checks at land, air, and sea borders. |
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2020-03-15
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Public health measures: Strengthening the public health system Prioritizing protection of healthcare workers |
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2020-03-14
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Social distancing: Limit public gatherings Public gatherings limited for at least one month |
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2020-03-14
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Public health measures: Awareness campaigns Calls on religious authorities to support the Government with the adopted measures |
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2020-03-14
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Social distancing: Schools closure All schools and universities are closed for the next three weeks |
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