Whether you are coming for MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2026 or for another business reason, here is what to know about the period, and help to organise everything.
MSGBC takes place during the Dakar Biennale (19 November–19 December): hotel demand builds up in Dakar. Book as soon as your dates are set.
When should I arrive and leave?
The pre-conference runs on 1 December, 9 am to 6 pm; the conference opens on 2 December at 10 am and ends on 3 December with a cocktail from 5 pm. To attend both conference days, arrive by 1 December and plan to leave on 4 December.
Does the organiser offer hotels at negotiated rates?
Yes. Its Travel and Accommodation page lists four partner hotels: Avo Hotel Dakar, Courtyard Dakar Diamniadio, Noom Hotel Dakar Sea Plaza and Terrou-Bi. You book directly with the hotel, as explained on the official website. If they are full, for other options or for transfers, write to us.
How do I get to the CICAD each morning?
From Diamniadio, in a few minutes. From Dakar, about 30 km by toll motorway or TER: allow extra time in the morning, as the conference opens at 10 am. We arrange shuttles and cars with drivers, for one person or a whole delegation.
What about the gala dinner evening?
The gala dinner and awards ceremony take place on 2 December at 7.30 pm. To get back to Dakar or Diamniadio late in the evening, book a car with driver in advance: mention it in your request.
Stay in Diamniadio or in Dakar?
Diamniadio puts you minutes from the CICAD; Dakar offers more hotels and restaurants, about 30 km away. We arrange transfers either way.
What is the weather like in early December?
It is the dry season: warm days, around 27–30 °C, cooler evenings.
I am not attending the event, but I will be in Dakar on these dates: can you help?
Yes. This desk is open to every business traveller in Dakar during this period: accommodation, transfers, meeting rooms, cars with drivers, tours. Describe your needs and we will send you several proposals.
Hotels near the venue are fully booked: what can I do?
We look for availability in our network, near the venue and in other districts, and arrange the transfers. Contact us as soon as your dates are set: the earlier the request, the wider the choice.
Do I need a visa for Senegal?
It depends on your nationality: many countries are exempt from visas for short stays. Check with the Senegalese embassy in your country before booking, and see our practical information.
How do I pay locally?
The currency is the CFA franc (XOF), pegged to the euro: 1 euro equals 655.957 CFA francs. Cards are accepted in business hotels and many restaurants; keep some cash for small purchases. Mobile payment is widely used.
How do I get around Dakar?
Taxis and ride-hailing apps are available. To keep to a meeting schedule or move a group, a car with a driver remains the safest option: we book it for you.
Where can I find a room for a business meeting?
By the hour, half-day or day, in a hotel near the event venue or your accommodation. Describe your needs and we will send you several proposals.
An interpreter, a business dinner, a reception?
Interpreters, restaurants for a business dinner, reception venues: we call on the verified professionals in our network.
Can I extend my stay after the event?
Gorée is about twenty minutes by ferry from Dakar port; the Petite Côte, Saint-Louis and the Sine Saloum suit a two- or three-day stay. Our Business & Bleisure, World Heritage and Nature sections offer ideas; we organise the programme.
