During the recent PASTEF congress at the Dakar Arena, Ousmane Sonko initiated a pivotal shift, declaring an end to counterproductive behavior and launching a profound transformation of his political movement’s core principles. The prominent leader of the Patriots unequivocally prohibited the culture of verbal abuse that has frequently permeated public discourse. He asserted, « Derogatory labels, nicknames, and insults must no longer characterize PASTEF. » Foreseeing potential provocations from political rivals, Sonko demanded a high level of responsibility from his ranks, coupled with absolute deference towards the nation’s institutions, esteemed traditional leaders, and respected religious authorities.

Ousmane Sonko is integrating this renewed emphasis on discipline into a formidable strategy for organizational restructuring and electoral success. Dismissing the recent departures of certain executives as insignificant, the president of PASTEF unveiled ambitious organizational targets designed to thoroughly penetrate the political landscape. These objectives include the sale of one million party membership cards and the establishment of ten thousand local grassroots cells. By instructing his supporters to « canvass the country » and lead extensive voter registration campaigns, Sonko is decisively reshaping his movement into a disciplined, governance-focused party, wholly committed to achieving victory in forthcoming elections.