Senegal's President Faye names economist as prime minister after Sonko ouster
25 May 2026, 20:28 GMT
By FRANCE 24
Topic: Africa
Source URL: https://www.france24.com/en/africa/20260525-senegal-president-names-economist-lo-as-prime-minister-after-sonko-ouster
Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye appointed former regional central bank official Ahmadou Al Aminou Lo as prime minister on Monday, days after dismissing Ousmane Sonko amid rising tensions that threaten reforms tied to crucial IMF support.