In the lively political context of Senegal, the announcement of the postponement of the presidential election sparked strong reactions and led to consultations to set a new date. President Macky Sall has pledged to organize the vote “as soon as possible”, while the coalition supporting Bassirou Diomaye Faye continues to demand the release of its candidate. Likewise, the detention of Ousmane Sonko, leader of the former Pastef party and current mayor of Ziguinchor, prolongs a worrying political vacuum.
In Ziguinchor, despite the physical absence of Ousmane Sonko at town hall, the institution continues to operate under the direction of its collaborators. Abdou Sané, municipal councilor of the former Pastef party, ensures that activities are taking place normally, testifying to the organization in place to maintain the proper functioning of the municipality. This situation underlines the resilience of municipal teams in the face of the distance from their mayor.
However, Dame Bèye, municipal councilor of the ruling coalition, points out the delays accumulated in the completion of projects under Sonko’s administration. Residents express major concerns such as employment, road conditions and sanitation, highlighting the challenges in ensuring the well-being of the local population.
The management of municipal affairs thus remains a crucial issue in Ziguinchor, with a compelling need to maintain focus on development objectives despite complex political circumstances. This situation highlights the importance of local leadership and the need for authorities to respond to the expectations and concrete needs of citizens.
In this climate of political will and citizen expectations, the future of Ziguinchor is taking shape through consultations and actions carried out by local stakeholders, waiting to see municipal projects come to fruition in the service of well-being and sustainable development of the region.
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