Finally news of Serigne Mara Niass, missing for several months

Serigne Mara Niass, known for his support of Ousmane Sonko's Pastef party during their fight against Macky Sall's regime, was seen on September 28 at a press conference of the party's parliamentary group. Discreet for nearly two years, he reappeared amid divisions between Sonko and Bassirou Diomaye Faye, who recently launched his own party. His return comes at a crucial time for Pastef as it seeks to consolidate its base against the emerging presidential party, Kiiraay. It remains uncertain whether this appearance signifies a lasting return or a temporary presence in the political scene.