Day: July 10, 2026

Sonko cuts short parliamentary recess, what’s next for Senegal’s assembly Senegal’s National Assembly President Ousmane Sonko has abruptly ended the parliamentary recess, convening an emergency meeting of lawmakers. The move follows the Constitutional Council’s decision to strike down Law No. 18/2026, a constitutional reform bill that had sparked intense debate across the nation. An unexpected return to work Just days after the National Assembly closed its doors for the summer recess on June 30, Ousmane Sonko has called an urgent session of the Assembly’s leadership for this Friday at 3:00…

In a decisive statement, Ousmane Sonko, President of the National Assembly, addressed the nation regarding the Constitutional Council’s verdict on the constitutional reform bill passed by lawmakers. The leader of the Pastef party acknowledged the ruling of the so-called Sept Sages as binding and final, leaving no room for debate on its validity. « Beyond the opinions and interpretations that may arise from the reasoning behind this decision, one thing remains clear: this ruling applies to everyone. Case closed, » Sonko declared in an official statement. He emphasized the importance…

The Speaker of the National Assembly, Ousmane Sonko, has acknowledged the Constitutional Council’s ruling that declared the recently passed constitutional reform bill unconstitutional. In a public statement, Sonko, who also leads the Pastef party, emphasized that the decision of the ‘Seven Sages’ must be respected by all stakeholders. ‘Beyond any interpretations or differing opinions on the motivations behind the ruling, one thing is clear: this decision is binding for everyone. Duly noted,’ Sonko wrote in his official communication. The head of parliament went on to highlight the importance of institutional…

The judicial calendar in Senegal is taking shape, with the High Court of Justice setting July 22 as the opening date for the trial of Aïssatou Sophie Gladima, a former Minister of Mines and Geology under former President Macky Sall. Detained months ago, the ex-official now faces an exceptional court reserved for government members accused of misconduct in office. This hearing marks a pivotal moment in the accountability drive spearheaded by Dakar’s new leadership. An infrequently convened tribunal in Senegal The High Court of Justice holds a unique position in…

Senegal’s judicial calendar is taking shape as the High Court of Justice has set July 22 as the start date for the trial of Aïssatou Sophie Gladima, former Minister of Mines and Geology under President Macky Sall. Held in pre-trial detention for several months, the ex-official now faces an exceptional court reserved for government officials accused of crimes or misconduct during their tenure. This hearing marks a pivotal moment in the accountability drive spearheaded by Dakar’s new leadership. An infrequently used tribunal with high political stakes The High Court of…

The judicial calendar in Dakar is taking shape, with a pivotal moment approaching. The Haute Cour de Justice has confirmed July 22 as the start date for the trial of Sophie Gladima, a former Minister of Mines and Geology during President Macky Sall‘s tenure. Detained months ago, she now faces a rare judicial body designed exclusively for ministers accused of misconduct in office. This trial represents a key step in the accountability drive spearheaded by the new administration in Senegal. An exceptional judicial body in Senegal’s legal landscape The Haute…