Helios Towers Plans $150 Million Investment to Expand Senegal’s Digital Infrastructure

Helios Towers  is planning to invest $150 million in Senegal to expand telecommunications infrastructure and improve network coverage, reinforcing the country’s digital transformation ambitions.

The investment plan was announced during a meeting between Senegal’s President, Bassirou Diomaye Diakhar Faye, and Tom Greenwood, Chief Executive Officer of Helios Towers. The company, one of the world’s leading independent telecommunications tower operators, outlined its intention to deepen its presence in Senegal through the proposed investment.

According to the Senegalese Presidency, the planned funding will support the expansion of telecommunications infrastructure, helping mobile network operators improve coverage while creating new opportunities for digital development across the country. The initiative is expected to strengthen connectivity and support broader access to digital services for citizens and businesses.

The announcement aligns with Senegal’s strategy of positioning digital technology as a key driver of economic transformation and social inclusion. By expanding network infrastructure, the government aims to accelerate digital access across the country, including underserved areas, while enabling greater participation in the digital economy.

The proposed investment underscores growing private sector confidence in Senegal’s telecommunications market and is expected to contribute to the country’s efforts to build a more connected and inclusive digital ecosystem.