Seydina Alioune Djigo is an External Relations Specialist for the World Bank's Western and Central Africa Region based in Dakar, Senegal. Part of his role is to develop and execute communication and engagement strategies that support the Bank's projects in Senegal. He also contributes to communication efforts at the regional and institutional levels. Previously, Seydina worked as a journalist for nine years at Senegal's national television and for five years at the BBC.