SENEGAL: E-SERVICES FOR FOOD PRODUCERS
A new regional company called Manobi has been launched to deliver internet and wireless added-value e-services to farmers, fishermen, exporters, and all players involved in the value chain for tropical fresh food products. It claims its expertise covers all aspects of the agribusiness sector as well as internet and mobile hardware and software technology sectors.
This multidimensional expertise is used by Manobi to provide each of its customer with services based on best technology available in the country. Starting initially with Senegal, Manobi has established a partnership with Sonatel and installed a WAP Gateway solution within the mobile network of Sonatel. Manobi is delivering services to small producers and domestic market traders by exploiting WAP and SMS as well as the Internet.