In Senegal, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has reaffirmed his commitment to the “Diomaye President” coalition despite his party, Pastef, reportedly distancing itself from the alliance.

The development comes amid growing reports of tensions between the president and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko.

Political observers say the situation could have implications for the stability of the ruling coalition and the country’s political landscape.

Professor Moussa Diaw of Gaston-Berger University has been analysing the potential impact of the emerging split.