The Intelligence from The Economist The Intelligence: meeting Senegal’s president
Oct 31, 2023
Kinley Salmon, the Africa correspondent for The Economist, interviews Macky Sall, Senegal's president, discussing the fragile state of democracy amidst regional upheaval. Sall expresses concerns over upcoming elections and the tension they bring. Meanwhile, Nicholas Pelham dives into the mystery of Mohammed Daif, a shadowy Hamas commander influencing the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The conversation also touches on evolving meat consumption attitudes in France, spotlighting how political and societal factors intertwine with dietary choices.
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Sall's Concerns about Sahel Democracies
- Macky Sall, Senegal's president, expresses concern about the Sahel region's democracies.
- He questions the effectiveness of ECOWAS and the rush to elections after coups.
Senegal's Pre-Election Instability
- Senegal faces rising instability with violent protests before the February presidential elections.
- Opposition leader Ousmane Sonko's legal battles and Mackie Sall's accusations fuel tensions.
Differing Views on Senegal's Democracy
- Macky Sall denies democratic backsliding in Senegal, claiming the opposition incites violence.
- Amnesty International, however, argues that the government is manipulating the law.