- Political rivalry emerged between Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Ousmane Sonko in Senegal.
- President dismissed Prime Minister and dissolved government.
- Faye fired Sonko and dissolved the government, while Sonko was simultaneously elected Speaker of Parliament and reinstated as an MP.
In Senegal, Bassirou Diomaye Faye continues to appoint and dismiss Ousmane Sonko from high office as part of the political instability.
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What happened
In Senegal, Bassirou Diomaye Faye continues to appoint and dismiss Ousmane Sonko from high office as part of the political instability.
Who's involved
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The entities involved
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Senegal
country on the coast of West Africa
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Ousmane Sonko
Senegal politician and former tax official
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Bassirou Diomaye Faye
President of Senegal since 2024
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- Senegal launched the National Transformation Agenda (Senegal 2050) as its new national economic strategy, replacing Macky Sall's previous plan.