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President Bassirou Diomaye Faye of Sénégal announced Friday evening the departure of his Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko. This significant political shift comes after several months of escalating tensions between the two prominent figures, who together ascended to power in April 2024, propelled by a wave of widespread popular enthusiasm and hope across the nation.

Sénégal: president Faye dismisses prime minister Sonko President Bassirou Diomaye Faye of Sénégal officially ended the tenure of his Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko, and his entire government late on Friday. The presidential decree, issued this past Friday evening, follows a period of escalating political friction and discernible disagreements between the two prominent figures, with Sonko […]

A political tremor of unprecedented scale is reverberating across Senegal and the wider West African sub-region. On Friday, May 22, 2026, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye officially terminated the mandate of his Prime Minister and political mentor, Ousmane Sonko. This decisive action has led to the immediate dissolution of the government, signaling an abrupt end to […]

International Sénégal: le président Faye limoge le Premier ministre Ousmane Sonko Il y a 2 heures, le 23 mai 2026 De Limogé par le président, Ousmane Sonko n’est plus le Premier ministre sénégalais. (© KEYSTONE/EPA/JALAL MORCHIDI) Share Tweet

The Senegalese leader, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, has terminated the mandate of Ousmane Sonko, the former Prime Minister, marking a significant shift in the country’s political landscape. This decisive move underscores the evolving dynamics within the administration and signals a new phase of governance. Consequences of the decision Terminating Ousmane Sonko’s role as Prime Minister reflects […]

« La Loi anti-LGBT sera renforcée s’il le faut », Ousmane Sonko. Pour regarder ce contenu, veuillez activer JavaScript ou essayer un autre navigateur. « La Loi anti-LGBT sera renforcée s’il le faut », Ousmane Sonko. Published il y a 4 heures Face aux députés lors des questions d’actualité à l’Assemblée nationale ce vendredi, Ousmane […]

« La Loi anti-LGBT sera renforcée s’il le faut », Ousmane Sonko. Pour regarder ce contenu, veuillez activer JavaScript ou essayer un autre navigateur. « La Loi anti-LGBT sera renforcée s’il le faut », Ousmane Sonko. Published il y a une heure Face aux députés lors des questions d’actualité à l’Assemblée nationale ce vendredi, Ousmane […]

Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko recently reiterated his firm intention to implement stricter oversight mechanisms for political funds, aiming to ensure greater accountability in their allocation and use. This stance notably diverges from the perspective held by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye on this sensitive fiscal matter. Addressing parliamentarians during a session dedicated to current affairs at […]

During a plenary session dedicated to current affairs at the National Assembly this Friday morning, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko publicly addressed the internal dynamics of his political party, Pastef. Speaking directly to the assembled deputies, he unequivocally stated that disagreements within the movement he leads cannot be resolved through official decrees or regulatory means. Sonko’s […]

Prime Minister Sonko disputes president’s stance on political funds Tensions have surfaced within Senegal’s government as Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko publicly challenged President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s handling of political funds—a debate that has simmered since 2019. While Sonko advocates for strict transparency, he maintains that these funds are necessary, highlighting a fundamental disagreement over their […]

Senegal tightens anti-gay laws under Sonko’s leadership The West African nation, predominantly Muslim, has recently approved stricter penalties for same-sex relationships, reflecting a growing wave of opposition to LGBTQ+ rights in the country. Today at 2:00 PM—Reading time: The Prime Minister of Senegal, Ousmane Sonko, has condemned what he describes as a Western “tyranny” attempting […]

The National Assembly of Senegal convened a high-stakes plenary session today, dedicated to pressing questions directed at the Government. Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, accompanied by key cabinet members, appeared before legislators to address pressing national issues in a transparent exchange. This rare parliamentary forum provided an opportunity for Senegal’s elected representatives to seek clarifications on […]