President Sall of Senegal Sets April 2 as End Date
Senegal’s President Macky Sall announced on Thursday that April 2, 2024, will mark the end of his mandate as president of the West African nation. However, he acknowledged that it is unlikely that the election of a new president will be completed before that date.
The announcement follows a court ruling last week, deeming the 10-month election postponement unlawful. Initially scheduled for February 25, the election faced delays, leading to legal challenges.
During a national TV interview, President Sall stated, “April 2, 2024, will be the end of my term at the head of the country, the end of my binding relationship with the Senegalese people as President of the Republic. I would like this debate to be clearly settled.” However, he emphasized that he cannot issue a decree to hold the election before a national dialogue occurs.
A national dialogue is set to commence on Monday and is expected to conclude by Tuesday, providing a platform for discussions and negotiations among various stakeholders. The outcome of this dialogue will likely influence the timing and conduct of the presidential election in Senegal.
enegal’s President Macky Sall stated during a national TV interview that April 2, 2024, will mark the end of his term as president of the West African nation, signaling a resolution to the debate surrounding the presidential mandate. However, he underscored that he cannot issue a decree to schedule the election before a national dialogue takes place.
The national dialogue is scheduled to begin on Monday and is anticipated to conclude by Tuesday. This dialogue is set to serve as a platform for discussions and negotiations involving various stakeholders. The outcomes of these discussions are expected to play a crucial role in determining the timing and procedures for the upcoming presidential election in Senegal.
