On Saturday, August 15, 2026, the Senegalese government referred a crucial bill on special funds to the Constitutional Council, leading to the immediate suspension of the parliamentary plenary session. Concurrently, 23 localities, including Koungheul and Kaffrine, are bracing for significant rainfall. The government also made public an amendment concerning special credits, specifically targeting three key national institutions.
Government refers special funds bill to constitutional council, plenary session suspended
Prime Minister Ahmadou Al Aminou Mohamed Lô has taken the decisive step of submitting the contentious provisions of the special funds bill to the Constitutional Council. This action has resulted in the suspension of the ongoing plenary session, which was convened to deliberate on the legislation, due to unresolved disputes surrounding several of its articles.
Heavy downpours anticipated in 23 localities across Senegal
Forecasters predict a 76% chance of rain overnight, with probabilities rising to 88% by evening in Koungheul. Other areas, such as Kaffrine and the region encompassing Fatick, Foundiougne, and Sokone, have also been placed on alert for potential thunderstorms and heavy showers in the coming hours.
Government publicly unveils amendment on special funds
Justice Minister Me Moussa Sarr has presented a public amendment focused on the special credits allocated to the Presidency, the National Assembly, and the Primature. This modification aims to clarify the scope of the proposed law and ensure its consistent application across these vital governmental bodies.
Senelec warns of impending electricity disruptions
The Société Nationale d’Électricité du Sénégal (SENELEC) has issued an alert regarding a technical incident impacting a high-capacity unit within its generation network. This event is expected to temporarily diminish the nation’s electricity production capacity, potentially leading to service disruptions.
José Ángel González Tausz addresses unpaid invoices controversy
José Ángel González Tausz has revealed that the Agence Sénégalaise d’Électrification Rurale (Aser) is currently unable to settle its financial obligations to his company. He attributes this situation primarily to a backlog of unpaid invoices, contributing to a broader controversy involving a total sum of 37 billion CFA francs.
Pape Thiaw waives 240 million cfa severance package
Former Lions coach, Pape Thiaw, has made the significant decision to forgo his 240 million CFA francs severance package. This gesture provides considerable financial relief to the Fédération Sénégalaise de Football (FSF), potentially reducing its total outstanding debt by 660 million CFA francs during a period of financial strain.
Highlights from Saturday, august 15, 2026
- Government refers special funds bill to Constitutional Council, plenary session suspended
- Heavy downpours anticipated in 23 localities across Senegal
- Government publicly unveils amendment on special funds
- SENELEC warns of impending electricity disruptions
- José Ángel González Tausz addresses unpaid invoices controversy
- Pape Thiaw waives 240 million CFA severance package
- L’essentiel du jour
