Senegal's President Faye fires prime minister after years of tensions

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Senegal's President Faye fires prime minister after years of tensions Africa

Issued on: 23/05/2026 - 11:40

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Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has fired Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko after years of simmering tension.

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• Africa
• Senegal
• Bassirou Diomaye Faye
• Ousmane Sonko

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