Urgent meeting at ousmane sonko’s residence ahead of pastef congress

Senegal’s political landscape is buzzing with anticipation as Ousmane Sonko, leader of the Pastef party, convenes an urgent meeting of key party officials at his Dakar residence in Keur Gorgui this Friday evening. The gathering, set to begin at 6 p.m., has sparked widespread speculation about its purpose, especially as it comes just months before the party’s highly anticipated June congress.

Ousmane Sonko addressing the media

High-profile attendees expected to shape the agenda

Among the prominent figures confirmed to attend are El Malick Ndiaye, Birame Souleye Diop, Yassine Fall, Daouda Ngom, Abass Fall, and Ayib Daffé. These influential party members, alongside other Pastef officials, are expected to engage in discussions that could redefine the party’s strategic direction in the coming months.

Unconfirmed agenda fuels speculation

While no official details about the meeting’s agenda have been disclosed, the presence of multiple ministers and senior party leaders suggests the topics will be of national significance. The timing of this emergency gathering—amid preparations for the June congress—has only intensified curiosity about its possible outcomes.