Senegal: Ousmane Sonko reclaims opposition mantle after party reelection

Pastef stands more united than ever behind a single man: Ousmane Sonko. He was overwhelmingly re-elected as party leader during Saturday’s congress. Removed from the prime minister’s post two weeks ago by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, the former head of government — now president of the National Assembly — used the occasion to further cement his role as an opposition figure to the head of state. With a majority in the assembly, Pastef “will ensure that the people’s interests are safeguarded,” he declared. How do you see the evolution of relations between Sonko and Diomaye Faye in the months ahead? We want your reactions.