Capital city, Senegal
Internet in Dakar: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Dakar?
Fast in coworking spaces and good cafés; slower in older districts. 4G is reliable and cheap.
Getting online in Dakar
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre from Orange and Free in many central areas; about 15,000–30,000 XOF a month, 100 Mbps and up. |
| Cafés and coworking | Fast in coworking spaces and good cafés; slower in older districts. 4G is reliable and cheap. |
| Outages | Occasional power cuts; many hotels and cafés use generators. |
| Tourist SIM | Orange, Free and Expresso SIMs at the airport and shops; passport registration required. Data packs are inexpensive. |
| eSIM | Local eSIMs aren't easy for visitors to get; travel eSIMs or a physical SIM work. |
| Carriers | Orange Sénégal, Free Sénégal, Expresso |
| Monthly data plan | CFA5,000–12,000 ($9–21) |
Coworking spaces in Dakar
Spaces we checked are open in 2026. Prices change; confirm on their sites.
| Space | Area | Day pass |
|---|---|---|
| CTIC Dakar | Plateau / Mermoz | — |
Internet speeds in Africa
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Dakar?
Fast in coworking spaces and good cafés; slower in older districts. 4G is reliable and cheap.
Which SIM card should I get in Dakar?
Orange, Free and Expresso SIMs at the airport and shops; passport registration required. Data packs are inexpensive.
Are there coworking spaces in Dakar?
Yes: CTIC Dakar.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: Senegal
- Orange Sénégal
- Free Sénégal
- Dakar BRT / TER (CETUD)
- Blaise Diagne International Airport
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.