Overview

• Bassirou Diomaye Faye, Senegal's youngest president, was sworn in, pledging systemic change and greater sovereignty.
• Faye appointed his mentor, Ousmane Sonko, as Prime Minister, marking a significant shift in Senegal's political landscape.
• The new administration aims to address economic challenges, fight corruption, and restore national sovereignty over key sectors.
• Misinformation circulated on social media falsely claimed Faye spoke fluent English in a video, which was actually altered footage of Sonko.
• International and regional leaders attended Faye's inauguration, signaling widespread support for Senegal's democratic transition.