- National Assembly in Senegal approved constitutional reforms on July 1, 2026, expanding legislative authority and oversight.
- President Bassirou Diomaye Faye is facing political challenges from the Senegalese legislative body following constitutional reforms.
The political split between Faye and Sonko is manifesting as deep divisions within the ruling camp, specifically concerning the application of Senegalese law to online speech and platforms like TikTok.
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Updated Aug 18
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What happened
The political split between Faye and Sonko is manifesting as deep divisions within the ruling camp, specifically concerning the application of Senegalese law to online speech and platforms like TikTok.
Who's involved
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The entities involved
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Bassirou Diomaye Faye
President of Senegal since 2024
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Ousmane Sonko
Senegal politician and former tax official
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Senegal
country on the coast of West Africa
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