Senegal's President Faye Sacks PM Sonko Amid Deepening Rift President Macky Sall, who has been in power since 2012 as the leader of ECOWAS, made a significant decision in March by sacking Prime Minister Abdoulaye Sonko amid a deepening rift between the two leaders.
The move comes after months of tension and disagreements over key policies, particularly those related to the economy.
Context of the Sacking The context of President Sall's decision lies in their differing visions for Senegal's future.