August 12, 2026
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National assembly: Ousmane Sonko convenes technical commissions

Assemblée nationale : Ousmane Sonko réunit les commissions techniques

Senegal’s National Assembly deputies commenced critical technical commission reviews this Wednesday, August 12, 2026, focusing on pivotal legislative proposals, including a new Labor Code and a bill concerning asset declarations for elected officials.

The National Assembly is navigating a demanding week of technical commission examinations, with several significant texts on the agenda covering reforms in labor law, patrimonial transparency, and digital security, highlighting the dynamic nature of West Africa news and African politics.

At 9 AM this Wednesday, August 12, 2026, members of the Commission des Lois, de la Décentralisation, du Travail et des Droits humains were called to jointly scrutinize two major legislative drafts: the proposed Labor Code and the Social Security Code bill.

In the afternoon, commencing at 3 PM, the same commission turned its attention to the proposed amendment of Article 37 of the Constitution. This particular text, championed by Amadou Bâ, addresses the declaration of assets required upon leaving public office.

The intensive legislative schedule continues into Thursday, August 13. At 10 AM, deputies are set to review bill n°25-2026, which pertains to the protection of critical information infrastructure and comprehensive digital security. Subsequently, at 3 PM, the focus will shift to the legislative proposal put forth by Guy Marius Sagna and his co-signatories, outlining the legal framework for special credits.

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