Senegal - Country Commercial Guide
eCommerce
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Senegal’s relatively good telecommunications infrastructure and growing internet market have laid the groundwork for the further development of eCommerce.  The list of best ecommerce websites in Senegal include Superdealism, Fabellshop, Littlesun, Belyashop, Ubuy, Jumia and Africakrea.  Although the relatively low bank account penetration rate – 19.7 percent – is an impediment to the development of eCommerce, Senegal is nevertheless making great strides towards financial inclusion.  Using the Central Bank BCEAO, the GOS has committed to strengthen a range of financial services.  TAbout text formatshe introduction of special Visa and MasterCard services by some local banks has facilitated financial inclusion in the country.  Most Senegalese companies or individuals with tailored credit limits based on account balances and other factors can complete for international financial transactions.  Mobile money offered via Orange and Wave also play an important and ever-growing role in financial transactions throughout the country.