In the media | 26 Nov 2024

Senegal’s president faces budget challenge after likely parliamentary win

Leeuwner Esterhuysen

Economist, OE Africa

Leeuwner Esterhuysen, views Pastef’s majority as a positive development as it clears the path for President Faye and (Prime Minister Ousmane) Sonko to begin work on a budget for 2025 that aligns broadly with IMF requirements.

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