The businessman and political figure expressed deep concern over the deteriorating relationship between Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, emphasizing his unwavering support for Sonko during recent electoral contests.

Kaolack’s Mayor appeals for reconciliation between Senegal’s top leaders

The mayor of Kaolack, Serigne Mboup, took the airwaves to share his distress over the escalating tensions between Senegal’s head of state and his once-close ally. Speaking on a morning radio program, he admitted that the political climate had driven him to temporarily step away from active engagement. Yet, his commitment to Sonko remained steadfast, especially during the legislative elections that reshaped the nation’s political landscape.

Urging calm and continued cooperation

Serigne Mboup made a heartfelt appeal to both leaders, stressing the importance of dialogue and collaboration. He warned that a rift between them could derail critical development initiatives already underway. “I urge Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Ousmane Sonko to walk together in peace,” he said, adding that such harmony would allow him to return to his true passion—partnering with investors and supporting local education through daaras.

Addressing speculation about his allegiances, Mboup clarified his neutral stance. “I do not belong to either camp—neither Faye’s nor Sonko’s,” he stated. “If President Faye reaches out to discuss Kaolack’s development projects, I will engage. However, I will never join his political party.”

Political strife stifles progress

The businessman-turned-politician cautioned that persistent conflicts could paralyze public action. “When division takes hold, nothing moves forward. Today in Senegal, very little is progressing,” he observed, highlighting the urgent need for reconciliation to unlock the country’s potential.