Idrissa Fall Cissé details Ousmane Sonko’s political engagements from 2024 to 2026

Idrissa Fall Cissé has meticulously compiled a chronological overview of Ousmane Sonko’s public and political appearances, spanning his tenure as Prime Minister and continuing into his subsequent role in opposition following his dismissal in May 2026. This widely disseminated document, shared across social media platforms, subtly critiques what Cissé describes as a “powerful” yet “powerless” head of government. It specifically highlights the frequent political rallies, live broadcasts, and public gatherings Sonko participated in while holding the nation’s top executive position, raising questions about governance in Africa.

Cissé’s comprehensive compilation identifies approximately fifteen distinct events that occurred between May 2024 and March 2026. These include a notable conference with Jean-Luc Mélenchon at the Université Cheikh Anta Diop on May 16, 2024, alongside several major political rallies held at prominent venues such as the Grand Théâtre, Dakar Arena, and the Léopold Sédar Senghor stadium. The timeline also features Sonko’s international engagements, notably a meeting in Monza, Italy, in September 2025. Furthermore, the document details numerous live sessions conducted on Sonko’s personal online platforms, crucial meetings of the APTE coalition and the Pastef National Council, and various local rallies across different regions of the country, including Guinguinéo, Mbouling, and Fissel, showcasing the breadth of his political activities.

Key political engagements from 2024 to 2026 include:

On June 9, 2024: A significant political meeting convened at the Grand Théâtre.

On August 20, 2024: Ousmane Sonko conducted a live broadcast across his digital platforms.

On October 16, 2024: Another live session was held on his personal platforms.

On October 19, 2024: A major meeting took place at Dakar Arena.

On November 12, 2024: He hosted another live interaction via his digital channels.

On January 5, 2025: A live broadcast was held on his platforms.

On July 1, 2025: Another live session was conducted on his personal platforms.

On July 10, 2025: A National Council meeting of Pastef occurred, where concerns about the President’s authority were reportedly raised.

On September 13, 2025: An international meeting was held in Monza, Italy.

On October 25, 2025: A live broadcast announced an upcoming Térameeting.

On November 7, 2025: A live session was dedicated to preparing for the event scheduled for November 8.

On November 8, 2025: The Térameeting took place in the parking area of the Léopold Sédar Senghor stadium.

On December 9, 2025: The annual Martyrs’ Day commemoration was observed.

On January 1, 2026: A meeting was held as part of the 72-hour Passy Cultural Days.

On February 7-8, 2026: A series of political gatherings were organized in various localities including Guinguineo, Mbouling, Mboss, Mbadakhoune, Khelcom Birame, and Gagnick.

On March 1, 2026: A “Waxtaan ak PROS” session, an engagement with activists, was hosted across his various digital platforms.

On March 14, 2026: A meeting of the APTE Coalition was convened at the Azalaï hotel.

On Saturday, March 28, 2026: An inauguration meeting for the new Pastef headquarters in Fissel was held.