As expected, Ousmane Sonko is Senegal’s new Prime Minister. The leader of Pastef, he will head the Prime Minister’s Office. According to Sonko, the government is due to be formed in a few hours’ time.

Swearing-in and Handover of Power: On Bass’ Track

Professor Mary Teuw Niane, former Minister of Higher Education and Research, is President Faye’s chief of staff.

Oumar Samba Ba, previously Secretary General of the Presidency, will remain in his post.