The social campus of Cheikh Anta Diop University of Dakar (UCAD) will reopen this Thursday, October 15, 2026, starting at 10 a.m. The announcement was made by the Centre des œuvres universitaires de Dakar (COUD) on Tuesday, October 13th. Upon reopening, three university restaurants—Central, Claudel, and FASTEF—will be operational to serve students. University dining is considered a crucial service for many students whose daily lives rely heavily on these social facilities. However, not all campus sites and restaurants will reopen simultaneously. COUD stated that the resumption of services will be phased, without providing a specific timeline. Access to the UCAD campus will remain strictly controlled, requiring visitors to present identification.