Former First Lady Marième Faye Sall returns to the spotlight

Author: senenews.comPublished on: June 8, 2026Country: Senegal

PoliticsEnvironment & Climate

Former First Lady Marième Faye Sall returns to the spotlight

Marième Faye Sall, former First Lady of Senegal, attended the second edition of the Zero Waste World Forum in Istanbul from June 5 to 7, 2026, as a guest of honor of Turkish First Lady Emine Erdoğan. This return to the international stage highlights her commitment to environmental issues and sustainable development. Her presence also underscores the strong diplomatic relations between Senegal and Turkey.

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