Deadline: 26-Jan-2026
The World Food Programme (WFP) is seeking service providers to design and operate a multi-channel agricultural information platform for rural actors in Senegal. The platform will provide market, financial, educational, and climate data, empowering smallholder producers, processors, and young entrepreneurs to make informed decisions and improve livelihoods, youth employability, and local food systems.
Objective
The project aims to:
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Strengthen local food systems and smallholder markets
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Improve income generation and youth employability
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Provide reliable, inclusive, and accessible agricultural data
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Build capacity among rural producers, processors, and local stakeholders
Target Regions
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Kaolack
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Ziguinchor
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Saint-Louis
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Kolda
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Tambacounda
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Matam
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Thiès
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Kédougou
Scope of Services
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Platform Development and Operation
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Multi-channel delivery through USSD, SMS, mobile apps, and web solutions
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Inclusive and accessible design for rural and low-connectivity areas
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Regular collection, verification, and updating of agricultural, crop price, and climate data
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Educational Content and Training
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Production of training modules on agronomic techniques, market dynamics, financial literacy, and climate-smart agriculture
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Content validated by agricultural experts
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Interactive sessions and awareness campaigns to encourage platform adoption
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Capacity Building
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Training local stakeholders on platform use
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Providing technical support, system maintenance, and continuous platform improvement
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Monitoring usage and user engagement for adaptive learning
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Expected Results
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Fully functional, multi-channel agricultural information platform
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Frequently updated market, climate, and financial data
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Validated technical and educational content tailored to local agricultural needs
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At least 12,000 registered young users
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Measurable user engagement, satisfaction, and improved decision-making for rural actors
Conclusion
The WFP Agricultural Information Platform is designed to empower rural producers and young entrepreneurs in Senegal with timely, actionable agricultural, market, financial, and climate data. By combining digital accessibility, expert-validated educational resources, and capacity-building initiatives, the platform will enhance decision-making, income opportunities, and resilience for smallholders and processors. The initiative represents a critical step toward strengthening local food systems, improving youth employability, and fostering sustainable economic growth across Senegalese rural communities.
For more information, visit UN Partner Portal.