Behind the Palace: Revelations on What Really Blocks President Bassirou Diomaye Faye

During his general policy statement on September 8, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko announced the abolition of 19 public agencies and the merger of seven others. However, recent appointments of general directors and agency heads raise questions about the consistency between the announced reforms and government practices. With local and legislative elections approaching, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye faces tough choices between reform and consolidating his political support.