In the Niayes region (Senegal), Opuntia tuna is a well-adapted plant. Its rapid propagation is partly due to an underutilization causing an invasion in the area and particularly in the agro pastoral zone. In the perspective to promote the valorization and the best management of the species, this study was conducted to perceive Opuntia tuna local knowledge, type of uses and its management by local population in order to reinforce their resiliencies. Interviews and focus groups were performed in 5 villages in the northern part of the Niayes. The questioners consisted of collecting data about basic knowledge, known usage, constraints and adopted solutions, and eventual form of valorization of the species. Results revealed multiple types of use of the plant. More than 50% of interviewed use the cactus in the agricultural best management strategies of the cactus species in the Niayes areas are needed for the farmers who integrate the plant in their agro pastoral systems in addition to other form of uses in other sectors. The valorization of these multiple usages of cactus may significantly contribute to diversify sources of income of local communities in the Niayes, thereby improving their resilience and sustainable development.