The Pastef party is advancing preparations for its upcoming congress, marking a critical phase with the official opening of candidate submissions for the party leadership.

The Party Regulatory Authority (HARP) has announced that nomination dossiers may be submitted from midnight on May 15, 2026, until noon on May 20, 2026. Candidates will receive standardized declaration forms to formalize their bids for the party’s top position.

This internal election process represents a pivotal moment in the party’s organizational strengthening and strategic planning, following its rise to power. While the congress is anticipated as a milestone for Pastef’s evolution, minimal uncertainty surrounds the outcome, as Ousmane Sonko, the party’s central figure and longstanding leader, is widely expected to be reaffirmed as its head.

The timing of this internal vote aligns with Pastef’s broader efforts to solidify its internal structure and prepare for upcoming political initiatives in the national landscape.