Bassirou Diomaye Faye: "The recovery will not be at the expense of the populations"

Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye met with Kristalina Georgieva at the IMF on September 15, 2026, to discuss the country's economic recovery. He emphasized the need to balance public finance reform, social protection, and economic revival, stating that measures should not harm vulnerable populations. The government plans to strengthen support mechanisms for households and address arrears owed to private companies to stimulate economic activity.