Senegal's president sacks prime minister Sonko after months of tensions
Summary
Senegal's President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has removed Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and dissolved the government after months of disagreements. Sonko, a popular leader among young people, had criticized the president publicly before his dismissal, which comes as the country faces serious economic problems.Key Facts
- President Bassirou Diomaye Faye fired Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and ended the duties of all government ministers.
- The government was dissolved following ongoing tensions between the president and prime minister.
- Sonko is popular with youth in Senegal and had openly criticized the president during a recent parliament session.
- Senegal's public debt is very high, about 132% of the country’s GDP, according to the IMF.
- Sonko was barred from running for president in 2024 due to a defamation conviction but supported Faye’s successful presidential bid.
- Both Faye and Sonko were in prison until 10 days before the election they won together.
- Students in Dakar protested in support of Sonko after he was dismissed.
- The conflict included mutual accusations: Faye said Sonko personalized the party too much, while Sonko said Faye failed to lead well and defend him.
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