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On 1 September 2026, Dakaractu reported the opening of the year’s second extraordinary session at the National Assembly. Available information does not specify the agenda or the bills that may be considered.
The National Assembly says it received a letter concerning the presentation of a supplementary finance bill for 2026, but not the bill itself. It says it requested a complete file before the bill could be entered on its general register.
An article published by Seneweb is titled “Aser case: The serious revelations of Bachir Fofana”. The material provided contains neither an excerpt nor details establishing the nature of these revelations or the facts involved.
PUR official Cheikh Tidiane Youm says Serigne Moustapha Sy Al Makhtoum provided financial assistance on several occasions to Ousmane Sonko and Pastef officials. The statements, made on 7TV, are not supported by any confirmation from those concerned in the available information.
During a working visit to the Directorate for File Autonomy on 31 August 2026, Interior and Public Security Minister Mouhamadou Makhtar Cissé stressed operational efficiency and service quality. He also spoke with staff about their working conditions and concerns.
The possibility of postponing Senegal’s territorial elections is being discussed. According to Leral, the country has already seen five postponements of this vote since 1984, while a sixth is currently under discussion.
Abdoul Aziz Sow, Cheikh Gning and Modou Mar, presented as officials of the Patriotic Youth of Senegal in Keur Massar, have announced their departure from Pastef. They are joining the presidential movement, according to Leral.
Referred to by the President of the Republic, the Constitutional Council struck down the law governing special funds. According to information reported by Leral, the ruling found two violations of Article 82.
According to SeneNews, the election of Ousmane Sonko as President of the National Assembly, with 132 votes out of 165, may have heightened institutional tensions. The outlet considers a dissolution of the institution more plausible, while reporting no official decision.
President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has made a series of appointments in the public administration, according to a decree reported by SeneNews. The Ministries of Youth and Sports, Culture, Crafts and Tourism, and National Education are affected.
In a strongly worded post, Aldiouma Sow takes aim at Ousmane Sonko over the economic and financial difficulties he attributes to Senegal. He notably refers to the Amending Finance Act, debt and relations between the executive and the National Assembly.
Senegalese and German parliamentarians have strengthened their dialogue on defence and regional stability issues. MP Ibou Gueye was identified as chair of the Assembly’s Defence and Security Committee.
KIIRAAY leader Papa Ibrahima Senghor travelled to Kaolack over the weekend to meet local residents and hear their concerns. He announced that the initiative would continue as early as next weekend.
A video shared on social media suggested that President Bassirou Diomaye Faye had refused to greet Dakar Mayor Abass Fall. The mayor says this was not the case and calls for political rivalry not to be confused with courtesy and respect.
According to Seneweb, Mimi Touré spoke about the male and family support figures who may have contributed to her political success. The available information does not specify the context or detailed content of her remarks.
Samba Ndiaye, the former mayor of Ndoffane, believes that Pastef-Les Patriotes is going through a difficult period, particularly in Saloum. He says a new election could hold a “big surprise” for the ruling party.
According to a Seneweb article, Mimi Touré spoke about male and family figures associated with her political success. The information provided does not specify the individuals concerned or the content of her remarks.
During a visit to Ziguinchor, Yankhoba Diémé said his trip was intended in particular to help organise the Kiiiray party in southern Senegal. He also rejected accusations of betrayal linked to his political stance.
Calls for parliamentary commissions of inquiry concern fishing licences, land management of the maritime public domain, waived tax revenue and TRS financial mechanisms. The available information does not specify who made the requests or whether they will lead to institutional action.
During a tour of the Podor department, the Minister of Agriculture, Food Sovereignty and Livestock stopped in Galoya. He discussed local priorities, including agriculture, livestock farming, social cohesion and progress on public projects.
Uncertainty surrounding the local elections announced for next January is causing concern for Thierno Lô. The former minister is calling for the electoral process to remain in line with the Constitution and the law.
Former French Prime Minister Dominique de Villepin said that the first person he would induct into the Panthéon would be a Senegalese rifleman. The position was reported by PressAfrik.
The supplementary finance bill submitted to the National Assembly was not examined as planned, Leral reports. The outlet says the file was returned to the government.
The file on the first amended finance bill was reportedly returned to the government by the National Assembly, according to information reported by Dakaractu, citing Les Échos. The return was reportedly linked to an issue concerning parliamentary referral, with no review date known at this stage.