2.2 billion dollars: the IMF mirror or the end of the sovereignist escape

On September 1, 2026, Senegal reached an agreement with the IMF for a 36-month program worth approximately $2.2 billion, following years of financial turmoil. Ousmane Sonko, then Prime Minister, had stated in August 2025 that the country did not need the IMF, but economic realities ultimately led to this reconciliation. This agreement highlights the need to acknowledge economic constraints rather than relying solely on sovereignty slogans.