{"id":3133,"date":"2025-10-31T19:27:26","date_gmt":"2025-10-31T19:27:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/voxagency.org\/?p=3133"},"modified":"2025-11-03T07:22:29","modified_gmt":"2025-11-03T07:22:29","slug":"mr-ousmane-mbaye-president-of-the-senegalese-chamber-of-mines-cmds-answers-questions-prepared-by-ametrade-ltd","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/voxagency.org\/fr\/mr-ousmane-mbaye-president-of-the-senegalese-chamber-of-mines-cmds-answers-questions-prepared-by-ametrade-ltd\/","title":{"rendered":"Mr. Ousmane MBAYE, President of the Senegalese Chamber of Mines (CMDS), answers questions prepared by AmeTrade Ltd."},"content":{"rendered":"
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Interview- Monsieur Ousmane MBAYE, Pr\u00e9sident de la Chambre des Mines du S\u00e9n\u00e9gal (CMDS) r\u00e9pond aux questions pr\u00e9par\u00e9es par AmeTrade Ltd<\/p><\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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\u00c0 l\u2019aube du SIM S\u00e9n\u00e9gal 2025, Monsieur Ousmane MBAYE, Pr\u00e9sident de la Chambre des\nMines du S\u00e9n\u00e9gal (CMDS)<\/strong> appelle \u00e0 une transformation profonde du secteur minier africain\n: passer d\u2019un mod\u00e8le purement extractif \u00e0 une \u00e9conomie cr\u00e9atrice de valeur ajout\u00e9e locale.\nFormer, innover et structurer les \u00e9cosyst\u00e8mes industriels, telles sont les cl\u00e9s d\u2019une\nindustrialisation port\u00e9e par les Africains, pour l\u2019Afrique.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Faire du contenu local le moteur de l\u2019industrialisation africaine : la vision de la Chambre des Mines du S\u00e9n\u00e9gal<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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\u2014 Mr<\/strong>. Ousmane Mbaye<\/strong>Mr Ousmane Mbaye, Pr\u00e9sident de la Chambre des Mines\ndu S\u00e9n\u00e9gal (CMDS)<\/em><\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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1. La CMDS r\u00e9affirme sa volont\u00e9 de d\u00e9fendre les int\u00e9r\u00eats du secteur minier et de promouvoir les bonnes pratiques. Comment cette mission se traduit-elle concr\u00e8tement pour accompagner le\nd\u00e9veloppement durable de l\u2019industrie au S\u00e9n\u00e9gal ?<\/strong><\/p>\n

La Chambre des Mines du S\u00e9n\u00e9gal r\u00e9affirme avec force sa volont\u00e9 de d\u00e9fendre les int\u00e9r\u00eats du\n\nsecteur minier tout en \u00e9tant un acteur engag\u00e9 dans la promotion des bonnes pratiques. Mais au-\ndel\u00e0 des d\u00e9clarations d\u2019intention, cette mission se traduit par des actions concr\u00e8tes, structur\u00e9es\n\nautour d\u2019un objectif central : accompagner un d\u00e9veloppement durable, inclusif et responsable\nde l\u2019industrie mini\u00e8re au S\u00e9n\u00e9gal.
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Concr\u00e8tement, cela commence par le dialogue. La Chambre joue un r\u00f4le cl\u00e9 de plateforme entre les acteurs publics, les entreprises mini\u00e8res, les communaut\u00e9s locales et la soci\u00e9t\u00e9 civile. Elle \u0153uvre \u00e0 cr\u00e9er un climat de confiance, indispensable pour un secteur aussi strat\u00e9gique que le n\u00f4tre.<\/p>\n

Ensuite, la Chambre promeut activement l\u2019adoption de normes environnementales et sociales\nstrictes en plus des autres normes, standards internationaux et Principes appliqu\u00e9s par les\nsoci\u00e9t\u00e9s mini\u00e8res notamment les ODD des Nations Unies. Elle accompagne les entreprises dans\nla mise en \u0153uvre de pratiques responsables, telles que la gestion durable des ressources, la\nr\u00e9duction de l\u2019empreinte \u00e9cologique des op\u00e9rations, et la r\u00e9habilitation des sites apr\u00e8s\nexploitation. C\u2019est notre mani\u00e8re de faire rimer industrie mini\u00e8re avec protection de\nl\u2019environnement.<\/p>\n

Sur le plan \u00e9conomique et social, nous soutenons le contenu local. Cela signifie favoriser l\u2019emploi des S\u00e9n\u00e9galais, encourager la sous-traitance locale, et renforcer les capacit\u00e9s des PME nationales. La Chambre travaille aussi \u00e0 garantir que les retomb\u00e9es de l\u2019activit\u00e9 mini\u00e8re b\u00e9n\u00e9ficient durablement aux populations locales, notamment \u00e0 travers le Fonds de D\u00e9veloppement Local.<\/p>\n

Enfin, nous investissons dans la transparence. En tant que partenaire de l\u2019Initiative pour la\nTransparence dans les Industries Extractives (ITIE), nous militons pour une gouvernance\nclaire, des contrats accessibles, et une meilleure r\u00e9partition des revenus issus du secteur.<\/p>\n

En r\u00e9sum\u00e9, d\u00e9fendre les int\u00e9r\u00eats du secteur, ce n\u2019est pas seulement veiller \u00e0 sa comp\u00e9titivit\u00e9, c\u2019est aussi s\u2019assurer qu\u2019il soit responsable, \u00e9quitable et porteur de valeur pour tous les S\u00e9n\u00e9galais. C\u2019est cela, notre vision du d\u00e9veloppement durable.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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2. Vous interviendrez lors de la session consacr\u00e9e au d\u00e9veloppement des cha\u00eenes de valeur. Selon vous, quels sont les principaux leviers pour faire du contenu local un pilier strat\u00e9gique de l\u2019industrialisation du continent ?<\/p>

L\u2019Afrique se tient aujourd\u2019hui \u00e0 un carrefour strat\u00e9gique. Avec ses ressources abondantes, sa\njeunesse dynamique et une demande int\u00e9rieure en forte croissance, le continent a toutes les cartes en main pour passer d\u2019un mod\u00e8le extractif \u00e0 un v\u00e9ritable mod\u00e8le productif. Au c\u0153ur de cette transformation, un concept cl\u00e9 \u00e9merge : le contenu local local<\/strong> content<\/strong>.

But what does it really mean to make local content a strategic pillar of African industrialization? It means integrating more value added locally<\/strong> and promoting African skills and resources at every stage of the value chain from production to processing, logistics to marketing.

Three main levers<\/strong> must be activated to achieve this:<\/p>

1. Le d\u00e9veloppement des comp\u00e9tences et de l\u2019innovation locale.\n
On ne cr\u00e9e pas de contenu local sans capital humain qualifi\u00e9. Il est imp\u00e9ratif d\u2019investir\nmassivement dans l\u2019\u00e9ducation technique, la formation professionnelle et la recherche\nappliqu\u00e9e. Former des ing\u00e9nieurs, des techniciens, des entrepreneurs, c\u2019est assurer une\nindustrialisation port\u00e9e par des Africains, pour l\u2019Afrique.<\/p>

2. La structuration des \u00e9cosyst\u00e8mes industriels locaux.\n
Cela implique de cr\u00e9er des synergies entre les PME locales, les multinationales, les centres de recherche et les institutions. \u00c0 travers les zones \u00e9conomiques sp\u00e9ciales, les incitations fiscales cibl\u00e9es, ou encore les partenariats public-priv\u00e9, les \u00c9tats doivent jouer un r\u00f4le de catalyseur\npour faire \u00e9merger des p\u00f4les industriels r\u00e9gionaux capables de r\u00e9pondre aux besoins du march\u00e9 continental et mondial.<\/p>

3. L\u2019adaptation des politiques publiques et la protection strat\u00e9gique des fili\u00e8res.\n\n
Les politiques industrielles doivent clairement cibler la mont\u00e9e en gamme des cha\u00eenes de\nvaleur. Cela peut passer par des quotas de contenu local dans les march\u00e9s publics, des\nincitations \u00e0 l\u2019achat local, ou des barri\u00e8res temporaires \u00e0 l\u2019importation de produits transform\u00e9s,\nle temps de faire \u00e9merger des champions locaux<\/p>

In conclusion<\/strong>, local content should no longer be seen as an administrative requirement, but as a strategic<\/strong> opportunity<\/strong>. It is time to promote \u201cproducts made in Africa\u201d as much as \u201cproducts for Africa.\u201d It is by producing more locally, with local resources and for African markets, that Africa will truly be able to take control of its economic destiny.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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3. Plusieurs chambres de Mines de pays seront pr\u00e9sentes au SIM S\u00e9n\u00e9gal 2025. En quoi cette rencontre r\u00e9gionale est-elle essentielle ?
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This year, the presence of several chambers of mining from different countries<\/strong> gives this event a particularly strategic and regional dimension<\/strong>. And this is no coincidence.<\/p>

Pourquoi cette rencontre r\u00e9gionale est-elle essentielle ?<\/strong><\/p>

Firstly, because we share common challenges: energy transition, responsible resource exploitation, local development, and the fight against illegal exploitation. No country can respond to these challenges alone. By bringing our Chambers of Mines together, we are creating frameworks for the exchange<\/strong> of<\/strong> experience<\/strong>, dialogue<\/strong>, and cooperation<\/strong>, capable of proposing concerted solutions adapted to African realities.<\/p>

Secondly, this meeting is a lever for economic synergy<\/strong>. By connecting the mining ecosystems of the countries in the region, we are promoting cross-border partnerships<\/strong>, the harmonization of mining policies, and the emergence of regional value chains. This not only allows us to better exploit our resources, but also to strengthen our sovereignty over our natural wealth.
Let us reinforce these values through our regional and subregional organizations.<\/p>

Enfin, ce salon est une vitrine de l\u2019Afrique mini\u00e8re. Il envoie un message clair : celui d\u2019une Afrique qui collabore, qui invente ensemble, et qui s\u2019organise pour que l\u2019exploitation mini\u00e8re\ndevienne un v\u00e9ritable moteur de d\u00e9veloppement durable, au service des populations.\n
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Alors, faisons de cette rencontre non pas seulement un moment d\u2019\u00e9change, mais un point de d\u00e9part pour une coop\u00e9ration mini\u00e8re r\u00e9gionale renforc\u00e9e, ambitieuse, et r\u00e9solument\ntourn\u00e9e vers l\u2019avenir<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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4. En tant que sponsor associ\u00e9 du SIM S\u00e9n\u00e9gal, quelles sont vos attentes vis-\u00e0-vis de cet \u00e9v\u00e9nement et quel message souhaitez-vous adresser aux diff\u00e9rents acteurs (pouvoirs publics, investisseurs,\ncommunaut\u00e9s) pr\u00e9sents ?<\/strong><\/p>

It is an honor for us to be here today as an associate sponsor of SIM Senegal<\/strong>, a key event for the development of the mining sector in West Africa.
Our involvement in this event demonstrates our confidence in Senegal’s potential, as well as our desire to be a responsible, committed, and sustainable player in the transformation of the mining economy.

We see SIM as a strategic platform for dialogue and collaboration.<\/strong> Our expectations are clear:
\u2013 Strengthen synergies between public and private actors,<\/strong>
\u2013 Foster a transparent and predictable investment environment,<\/strong>
\u2013 And above all, promote inclusive mining <\/strong>that benefits not only investors but also local communities.<\/strong><\/p>

To the attention of public<\/strong> authorities<\/strong>, we welcome the efforts made to modernize the legal and institutional framework of the sector. We encourage the continuation of reforms that reconcile economic attractiveness, environmental<\/strong> protection<\/strong>, and social<\/strong> justice<\/strong>.

To investors<\/strong>, we say: Senegal is a land of opportunity. But investment
must be responsible<\/strong>, rooted in a long-term vision, and respectful of international standards in governance, security, and human rights.

Finally, to our partners in local<\/strong> communities<\/strong>, we want to reiterate our commitment: without you, no mining project can succeed in the long term. Your inclusion, well-being, and development are priorities<\/strong>. Ongoing dialogue, training, local employment, and support for community initiatives are at the heart of our approach.

In conclusion, we hope that this forum will not only be a meeting place, but also a catalyst<\/strong> for concrete<\/strong> action<\/strong> toward a more equitable, responsible, and promising mining sector for all.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Vendredi 10 octobre 2025, Interview\u00e9 par Patricia Mercier, Consultant Senior Marketing -AME Trade Ltd.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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