Cheikh Anta Diop University of Dakar is the oldest and one of the most prestigious universities in West Africa. Founded in 1957 and located in Dakar, Senegal, the University is a leading centre for higher education, research, and innovation, enrolling tens of thousands of students from Senegal and across Africa. It hosts a wide range of faculties, schools, and research institutes spanning key disciplines, including health sciences, social sciences, environmental studies, engineering, and the humanities. Through its strong research infrastructure, national and international partnerships, and sustained engagement on priority issues such as public health, climate change, and sustainable development, the University actively helps address Africa’s most pressing development challenges.