As the influential leader of the ruling Pastef party and Senegal’s Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko experienced an enthusiastic reception from hundreds of cheering activists this Sunday, May 17. The occasion was a significant “grand walking tour” orchestrated by the departmental chapter of his political organization.
Clad entirely in white, the Prime Minister was initially greeted by a jubilant throng, whose chants of “Sonko Président” echoed periodically through the air. Following this vibrant welcome, he immersed himself in a direct interaction with the crowd. The rally saw the presence of numerous prominent party figures, including Dakar’s Mayor, Abass Fall, and the Minister of Higher Education, Daouda Ngom. This significant procession commenced at the iconic Place de la Nation and is scheduled to conclude at the Rond-point Jet d’eau.
The theme for this particular walking event was aptly named: “Dakar en marche derrière le Pros.” Its objectives include, among others, celebrating robust citizen engagement and fostering peaceful collective initiatives, alongside solidifying unity around the vision championed by Sonko. This mobilization occurs as the Pastef party diligently prepares for its presidential elective congress, slated for June 6, 2026.
Clad entirely in white, the Prime Minister was initially greeted by a jubilant throng, whose chants of “Sonko Président” echoed periodically through the air. Following this vibrant welcome, he immersed himself in a direct interaction with the crowd. The rally saw the presence of numerous prominent party figures, including Dakar’s Mayor, Abass Fall, and the Minister of Higher Education, Daouda Ngom. This significant procession commenced at the iconic Place de la Nation and is scheduled to conclude at the Rond-point Jet d’eau.
The theme for this particular walking event was aptly named: “Dakar en marche derrière le Pros.” Its objectives include, among others, celebrating robust citizen engagement and fostering peaceful collective initiatives, alongside solidifying unity around the vision championed by Sonko. This mobilization occurs as the Pastef party diligently prepares for its presidential elective congress, slated for June 6, 2026.
