Bassirou Diomaye Faye, a former member of the ruling Pastef party, has announced plans to launch his own political party in Senegal. The move comes after he was sacked as deputy minister last month, amid reports of a rift with Ousmane Sonko, the leader of Pastef.

A New Chapter for Bassirou Diomaye Faye

• Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s departure from Pastef has sparked speculation about his future in politics.
• The Senegalese politician has been a vocal critic of Ousmane Sonko’s leadership, and his ousting has raised questions about the party’s internal dynamics.