The political career of Macky Sall, president of Senegal for twelve years, is coming to an end as the country prepares for the presidential elections on February 25. In his investigative book entitled “Macky Sall, Behind the Mask”, Madiambal Diagne, boss of the newspaper Le Quotidien, lifts the veil on the corridors of power and attempts to take stock of Sall’s mandate.
Madiambal Diagne’s work offers a captivating dive into the twists and turns of Senegalese politics, revealing numerous anecdotes about the outgoing president. The author, who knows Macky Sall closely, also asks the essential question: why did he choose to give up running for a third term?
This surprising decision by Macky Sall, taken six months ago, was a turning point in the Senegalese presidential race. Many have questioned the reasons which pushed Sall to abandon the possibility of running again, despite his certain popularity. Madiambal Diagne attempts to decipher this strategic choice and understand its underlying motivations.
Diagne’s investigative book offers valuable insight into Macky Sall’s years of governance. The author discusses the various achievements and projects of the outgoing president, while highlighting the strengths and shortcomings of his mandate. It highlights Sall’s successes, but also the criticisms and controversies he faced.
Beyond the political aspect, “Macky Sall, Behind the Mask” offers an insight into the personality of the Senegalese president. Madiambal Diagne reveals certain little-known facets of Sall, describing his leadership style, his relationship with political actors and his relationship with civil society.
With this work, Madiambal Diagne provides a frank and insightful look at Macky Sall and the years he spent in power. It provides an objective assessment of his mandate, highlighting the achievements, but also the limitations and challenges that the outgoing president faced.
In conclusion, “Macky Sall, Behind the Mask” is a captivating investigative book that allows us to better understand the personality and years of governance of Macky Sall. Madiambal Diagne offers an enlightening look at the outgoing president, while provoking broader reflection on Senegalese politics. What will the future hold for Senegal after Sall’s departure? The upcoming presidential election will undoubtedly provide answers to this crucial question.