International Candidacy: A New Position for Macky Sall, the Truth Behind the Latest Announcement

Author: senenews.comPublished on: October 22, 2026Country: Senegal

PoliticsWorld / International

Africa Intelligence reports that Macky Sall may announce a bid to lead the International Organisation of La Francophonie at its summit in Phnom Penh on November 14–15, with backing said to include Diomaye Faye, Alassane Ouattara and Emmanuel Macron. The report presents Sall as a possible compromise candidate amid tensions over a potential third term for Louise Mushikiwabo. Abdou Mbow denies the claims, saying Senegal’s former president is not running for any international position. Sall would also face a procedural obstacle because the deadline for Francophonie nominations has passed.

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