The Untold Story of General Kandé, the President's New Trusted Man

Originally from Saré Yoba in Kolda, General Kandé, recently appointed head of foreign intelligence, exemplifies social mobility through merit. As a parachutist officer, he played a key role in reclaiming forests in Casamance, notably launching a forest security operation in 2021. His journey, marked by perseverance from a modest family background, makes him a role model for Senegalese youth. His influence now extends to the country's security apparatus after being sidelined in 2024 and then reinstated.