Has Growth in Senegal After the 1994 Devaluation Been Pro-Poor? (original) (raw)

This research investigates the impact of the 1994 CFA Franc devaluation on the economic growth and poverty levels in Senegal, utilizing household survey data from 1994/95 and 2001. It explores the characteristics of Senegal's economy, the structural adjustments pursued post-devaluation, and the resulting changes in various socio-economic indicators, with a particular focus on whether the economic growth during this period has been pro-poor. The findings indicate a significant shift in growth dynamics and poverty patterns in Senegal, offering insights into the effectiveness of economic policy measures implemented after the devaluation.