Mobile technology has emerged as a critical tool in enhancing healthcare access for rural populations globally. In Senegal, particularly among herders who are often isolated and geographically dispersed, mobile applications can play a significant role in improving health outcomes. A comprehensive search strategy was employed in electronic databases including PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science. Studies were included if they utilised mobile technology to improve healthcare access in rural areas, specifically among Senegalese herders. Eligible studies were assessed for methodological quality using the Newcastle-Ottawa Scale. Mobile applications have shown a positive impact on healthcare access with an average increase of 30% in patient consultations and a significant reduction (p < 0. 05) in travel time to nearest health facility, particularly among herders living in remote areas. The integration of mobile technology into healthcare systems has the potential to significantly improve accessibility for rural Senegalese herders by reducing barriers such as geographical isolation and financial constraints. Healthcare providers should consider implementing tailored mobile health solutions that are culturally relevant and user-friendly, while policymakers can support these initiatives through policy frameworks that promote digital inclusion in healthcare delivery. Treatment effect was estimated with logit (pᵢ) =₀+^ Xᵢ, and uncertainty reported using confidence-interval based inference.
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