Cheikh Diba takes office as Minister of Economy, Finance and Plan

Cheikh Diba officially took office on Thursday, June 4, 2026 as Minister of Economy, Finance and Plan, following the merger of the ministries of Economy and Plan, and Finance and Budget. He succeeds Abdourahmane Sarr, who presented a record focused on economic sovereignty. The handover took place in a relaxed atmosphere at the Ministry of Economy, Planning and Cooperation.