Prime Minister Sonko meets Bishop Guéye ahead of Popenguine pilgrimage

Dakar — Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko paid a courtesy visit to His Excellency Bishop André Guéye this afternoon, just days before the annual Marian pilgrimage in Popenguine. The meeting unfolded in a warm and inviting atmosphere, fostering genuine dialogue between the two figures.

The Prime Minister and the Archbishop of Dakar discussed critical topics, including peacebuilding, social cohesion, and community harmony across Senegal. Their conversation reflected a shared commitment to strengthening national unity during this pivotal moment in the country’s religious calendar.

During the visit, Bishop André Guéye offered prayers for a stable, peaceful, and prosperous Senegal as the nation prepares for the upcoming pilgrimage, which annually draws thousands of Catholic devotees to Popenguine.