Senegal’s new cabinet: navigating cohabitation between diomaye faye and sonko

In a significant political development for Senegal, a new government has taken shape, marking a unique period of cohabitation between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. This cabinet formation notably proceeds without the direct involvement of Pastef, signaling a distinct phase in Sahel politics today. The dynamic highlights an evolving political landscape within this key West Africa Sahel nation, as the new administration charts its course forward.

By Pierre Tchuente — Security and Policy Analyst