We know a little more about the reasons for the departure of former Senegalese President Macky Sall from his post as Special Envoy of the Paris Pact for People and the Planet (4P). The arguments put forward are linked to the « circumstances of Senegalese political life. »

In a letter dated October 5 and addressed to the French head of state, Macky Sall explains his decision to « step back » from his activities as special envoy of the 4P by the desire to « avoid any risk of incompatibility and conflict of interest. » He therefore had to choose between his international commitments and the local political issues exacerbated by the dissolution of the fourteenth legislature.

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From October 9, 2024, after the Hamburg Summit, the figurehead of the Alliance for the Republic (Apr) intends to put his experience and political weight at the service of Coalition Takku wallu Senegaal, which has invested him as head of the list for the legislative elections of November 17, 2024.

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Macky Sall does not fail, however, in his letter, to mark Emmanuel Macron, his friendship and his willingness to work with him on « issues of common interest ». For the time being, the course is set for the next legislative elections.

By Abdoul Rahim KA 

  • Translation by Ndey T. SOSSEH