Senegal’s poultry sector has received a major boost following the announcement that Gade Gui, one of the country’s leading poultry companies, is venturing into large-scale table egg production. The ambitious expansion is made possible through a €4 million (approximately 2.5 billion CFA francs) financial package provided by Proparco, the private-sector financing arm of the French Development Agency (AFD). This support marks Proparco’s first direct financing of a small and medium enterprise (SME) in West Africa under its “Growing SMEs” initiative, which aims to empower promising African businesses.
The investment will be used to construct a state-of-the-art poultry farm equipped with modern laying-hen units, hatcheries, egg-sorting machines, and packaging facilities. Once completed, the new plant is expected to produce more than 80 million eggs per year, significantly contributing to Senegal’s domestic food supply. The project will also play a key role in reducing Senegal’s dependence on imported eggs and poultry products, enhancing food security, and stabilizing prices for local consumers.
Gade Gui has long been a recognized player in Senegal’s poultry industry, particularly in broiler production. By diversifying into egg production, the company is positioning itself as a fully integrated poultry business, covering multiple stages of the value chain—from breeding and feeding to processing and distribution. This expansion aligns with Senegal’s broader agricultural development goals, particularly the government’s “Plan Sénégal Émergent (PSE)”, which prioritizes local food production and job creation.
According to company officials, the project will create hundreds of direct and indirect jobs, especially for youth and women in rural areas. Employment opportunities will arise not only in poultry management but also in logistics, packaging, and feed supply. The company also plans to engage with local farmers through capacity-building programs to help them adopt best practices in poultry management and egg production.
The technical infrastructure of the new facility will be supplied by NTD France, a European company specializing in modern poultry equipment. This partnership will ensure the project benefits from cutting-edge technology, improving productivity, animal welfare, and sustainability standards. The introduction of automated systems for feeding, climate control, and egg collection will reduce production costs and enhance efficiency, making Senegalese eggs more competitive in both domestic and regional markets.
Proparco’s support under the “Growing SMEs” program includes not only financing but also technical assistance in areas such as governance, financial management, and sustainable growth planning. The program provides loans of up to €5 million to high-potential African enterprises with a focus on impact-driven sectors like agribusiness, renewable energy, and health.
Proparco’s Regional Director for West Africa emphasized that this partnership demonstrates the agency’s commitment to strengthening food security and supporting resilient local industries. He highlighted that the collaboration with Gade Gui will contribute directly to reducing food imports while promoting environmentally responsible farming practices.
For Gade Gui’s leadership, this investment signals a major step forward in their vision of becoming a leading provider of affordable, high-quality protein in Senegal and the wider West African region. “Our mission has always been to provide nutritious food while supporting local employment and innovation,” the company’s president noted, adding that the partnership with Proparco reinforces their long-term sustainability goals.
Ultimately, Gade Gui’s entry into egg production represents more than just business expansion—it is a transformational step for Senegal’s poultry industry. The project is set to strengthen the country’s self-sufficiency in animal protein, create economic opportunities, and showcase how strategic international partnerships can empower local agribusinesses to thrive in a competitive and growing African market.
