Former Macky Sall ally Mamadou Kassé speaks: “These are secrets I can take to my grave”

Author: senenews.comPublished on: October 18, 2026Country: Senegal
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Former Macky Sall ally Mamadou Kassé speaks: “These are secrets I can take to my grave”

Appearing on Jury du Dimanche, Mamadou Kassé said he left the Alliance for the Republic (APR) because of his convictions and his desire for freedom, while acknowledging Macky Sall’s influence on his career. He says he could not remain in an organization whose views he no longer shares simply out of loyalty to one man. Kassé stands by his decision but refuses to disclose the reasons and details behind the split, saying they are secrets he can take to his grave.

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