• Senegal's fixed broadband subscribers grew from 177,363 to 747,163 between 2020 and 2024
• Fibre now leads over FWA and ADSL in fixed connectivity, with growing business adoption
• Internet traffic rose 80% in 2024 amid changing digital habits and infrastructure growth

Senegal has recorded a 321.26% increase in fixed broadband subscriptions over four years, with the number of users rising from 177,363 in December 2020 to 747,163 by December 2024. The growth reflects major investments in fibre-optic and Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) networks, coupled with public policies designed to expand digital access.

Fibre connectivity has become the dominant fixed internet technology in the country, accounting for 57.23% of subscribers by the end of 2024. FWA followed with 35.07%, while traditional ADSL connections made up just 7.69%. The superior speed and reliability of fibre have driven both consumer demand and operator deployment.

This shift is further evidenced by a jump in the fixed broadband penetration rate, which rose from 1.06% in December 2020 to 3.5% in December 2024. Broader coverage in suburban areas, lower subscription costs, and the digital transformation of businesses have helped increase uptake.

Corporate usage saw significant growth, with business lines rising from 37,227 in December 2023 to 133,498 in December 2024—a 3.5-fold increase. The residential sector also saw major gains, with subscribers rising from 320,775 to 614,010 over the same period. These trends underline the importance of fixed broadband in supporting productivity, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises transitioning to fibre for better speeds and lower latency.

Internet traffic data confirms this digital shift. Monthly volume rose from 815,429 terabytes in December 2023 to 1,469,812 terabytes by December 2024, an increase of 80%. The spike reflects greater use of bandwidth-heavy services such as video streaming, video conferencing, and cloud applications.

Looking ahead, fixed broadband growth is expected to continue, supported by the launch of 5G services for residential and business users in March 2024. The decline of ADSL is likely to accelerate, while FWA may remain relevant in rural zones. Integration of fixed and mobile networks is also on the horizon, promising seamless connectivity as part of Senegal’s New Deal Technology strategy.