Following days of intense political discourse and anticipation, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye officially signed into law the amendments to the Electoral Code on Friday, May 15, 2026. This pivotal text, previously adopted by the National Assembly, has now been formally promulgated, bringing a temporary close to one of the nation’s most debated legislative matters.
This presidential action was particularly awaited by the political movement PASTEF and its prominent leader, Ousmane Sonko. The promulgation, which many observers noted occurred quite unexpectedly, has finally resolved numerous questions that arose after the draft bill passed through parliamentary channels.
The presidential signature concludes a period of significant suspense that had gripped the nation for seven days. This dossier had previously ignited fervent legal and political controversies, stirring considerable discussion within opposition ranks and across the public sphere.
With the enactment of Law No. 11/2026, modifying the Senegalese Electoral Code, authorities have temporarily moved past a subject that has dominated political conversations in recent weeks. Nevertheless, the interpretations and potential ramifications of this reform are expected to continue fueling political debate in the days ahead.
