As Senegal approaches the legislative elections on Sunday, November 17, political campaigns are intensifying, with candidates appealing to voters to support their parties in securing a parliamentary majority. On the campaign trail in Madina, Pastef candidate Ousseynou Ly urged voters to elect his coalition, aiming to back President Bassirou Diamaye Faye’s governance under the Senegal 2050 transformative agenda, which focuses on socio-economic progress and sovereignty.
In contrast, Samm Sa Kaddu’s communication leader, Mame Fatou Thiello, argues that a strong opposition in the legislature is essential for democratic balance, ensuring effective oversight and a more robust governance structure. Thiello’s stance highlights a broader debate on the importance of checks and balances in Senegal’s political landscape as voters prepare to cast their ballots.
