Senegal is experiencing a notable political upheaval as President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has decided to dismiss Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. This decision comes after a prolonged period of tension between the two leaders.
The dismissal of Sonko has raised questions about the future of Senegal's political landscape, particularly given Sonko's recent re-election as head of his political party, Pan-African Pastef.
As the situation develops, it remains to be seen how this change will impact governance and political stability in Senegal.
Updates
Update at 20:38 UTC on 2026-06-06
France 24 reported Ousmane Sonko, who was sacked as Senegal's prime minister after a falling-out with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, was re-elected Saturday as head of his Pan-African Pastef party. Sonko was also elected president of the country's National.
Sources: France 24