The government of the Republic of Senegal has identified some 480,000m² (0.48km²) of confirmed mined areas and 12 suspected mined areas, and has also reported that survey was still required in 216 localities.[1] In June 2015, Senegal submitted a request to extend its mine clearance deadline until 2021.

Senegal’s mine action program did not receive international funding in 2014. In 2013, Senegal received US$2.4 million in international assistance from five donors. More than 80% ($2 million) of international contributions were earmarked for clearance.

The decline of international support can be explained by the stagnation of land release results in recent years despite the significant amount of support provided ($7.7million was allocated to clearance work in 2012–2013), as well as Senegal’s apparent reluctance to conduct clearance in areas readily accessible, following the abduction of deminers in March 2013. This situation has led to the departure of one operator and a number of major donors (the European Union, Germany, and Norway) in 2014.[2]

Senegal reported contributing about US$3.9 million to its mine action program between 2007–2014, although all funding was allocated to salary and operations expenses.[3]

In its most recent extension request, Senegal estimated that a budget of $11.5 million would be needed to support its mine action program until 2021, of which $6.5 million would be allocated to land release operations (57%), almost $700,000 to victim assistance (6%), and some $400,000 to risk education (4%). Senegal has planned to provide approximately $3.3 million, about 30% of the total, to cover the running costs of its program.[4] Senegal also noted that lack of funding could affect its ability to complete clearance in a timely manner.[5]

Summary of contributions: 2010–2014[6]

Note: N/R = not reported