ousmane sonko’s 2029 presidential bid: the constitutional council’s pivotal role

The potential candidacy of Ousmane Sonko for the 2029 presidential election now rests heavily on the Constitutional Council’s interpretation of the recently enacted electoral reforms. This crucial assessment of the new legal framework could either clear the path for Sonko’s participation or pose significant hurdles. The discourse surrounding the eligibility of the Pastef leader is intensifying, casting a shadow of uncertainty over the upcoming presidential contest.