The Faidherbe Bridge is a metal arch bridge roughly 500 meters long that spans the Senegal River and connects the island of Saint-Louis with the African mainland. The structure has eight sections with a movable middle section that can rotate to the side. 5 m (34 ft) wide, weighing 1,500 t (1,500 long tons; 1,700 short tons). Spanning the Senegal River, this iconic structure not only facilitates transportation but also embodies a rich historical narrative that intertwines with the nation's journey toward. President of Senegal Macky Sall has officially launched the construction works for the longest bridge in Senegal, named Pont de Foundiougne.