Constitutional Revision: Four Draft Laws Unveiled, Major Changes Ahead

Author: senenews.comPublished on: April 27, 2026Country: Senegal

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Constitutional Revision: Four Draft Laws Unveiled, Major Changes Ahead

Senegal is developing four draft laws that could redefine the political balances in the country, stemming from the recommendations of the 2024 Justice Assizes and the 2025 National Dialogue. The constitutional revision aims to reduce presidentialism by strengthening the Prime Minister's powers and transforming the Constitutional Council into a Constitutional Court to ensure its independence. These reforms are part of a modernization effort for institutions and adaptation of the electoral framework.

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