Economist Podcasts The Intelligence: meeting Senegal’s president
Oct 31, 2023
Kinley Salmon, Africa correspondent for The Economist, shares insights from his interview with Senegal's President Macky Sall, highlighting the country's precarious political landscape as elections approach. Despite being a relative outpost of stability, Sall expresses concerns about democracy in a region plagued by unrest. Nicholas Pelham delves into the shadowy figure of 'The Phantom,' a key Hamas commander, exploring his rise and the implications of his actions. The discussion also touches on the evolving cultural and political narratives surrounding meat consumption in France.
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Sahel Instability
- The Sahel region faces coups and jihadist insurgencies, threatening democracies.
- Senegal, typically stable, now faces instability with protests before elections.
Sall's Concerns on ECOWAS
- President Macky Sall expresses concern about the effectiveness of ECOWAS in addressing coups.
- He questions the rush for elections after coups, doubting their efficacy in the Sahel.
Jihadism Threat
- Jihadism is a major threat in the Sahel, spreading to coastal countries like Benin and Togo.
- President Sall warns of its potential spread to Senegal and wider Africa.