Dakar, July 9 (APS) – The first hundred days of President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s presidency are the topic of discussion in several newspapers in Tuesday’s edition of the daily press.
The newspapers that have addressed this subject primarily relay criticisms from certain political actors who harshly assess the performance of the new government led by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko.
The most severe criticism came from Bougane Guèye Dany, leader of the Gueum Sa Bopp movement. The daily Kritik’ reports that Dany delivered a “gloomy assessment” of the new regime’s actions, which he did not hesitate to criticize.
The news reports that Bougane Guèye Dany “notes an illusory project in the face of increased poverty”, a statement echoed by several other newspapers.
Walfquotidien points out that Bougane Guèye Dany used a rhythmic quatrain to evaluate the hundred days of the new government. He refers to it as “100 days of dreams”.
Tribune on its front page features Mr. Guèye’s verses: “100 days of dreams, 100 young people die 100 steps from Saint-Louis, 100 embarrassments for Sonko. To the blood of the young will be added the tears of women and children living in rainwater.”
The daily newspaper Les Echos highlights the businessman and former journalist’s criticism of “the Diomaye-Sonko couple”. “They are a gang of +tax collectors+ more inclined to extort the private sector than to address the suffering of the people who are being swindled,” it writes, quoting Bougane Guèye Dany.
“The first hundred days of the Diomaye-Sonko duo at the helm of the country are far from being a success. At least that is the opinion of the president of the Gueum Sa Bopp movement +Les Jambaars+”, reports the newspaper Le Quotidien.
The newspaper reports that “Bougane Guèye Dany calls upon President Diomaye Faye and PM Ousmane Sonko to halt the tragedy of irregular migration following the death of nearly a hundred of our compatriots”.
In addition to Bougane Guèye Dany, Amadou Bâ, Prime Minister under Macky Sall, and Babacar Diop, president of the “Dolel Khalifa” movement, have also expressed their opinions on the new government’s actions.
Babacar Diop believes that it is not possible to assess the new government only one hundred days following its formation. However, he encourages the Prime Minister to “reduce his communication and focus on the essentials”, reports Source A.
Abdou Latif Coulibaly, former secretary general of the outgoing government, believes that “evaluating the 100 days of President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and his government is not easy”.
However, he asserts that “the actions taken are the opposite of the promises made,” according to statements reported by Vox Populi. On this basis, he adds, “Instead of saying ‘100 days, 100 problems’, I would say ‘100 days, 200 facts that are contrary to the promises made’,” states Mr. Coulibaly, a former journalist presented as “a close friend” of the former Prime Minister Amadou Ba.
Amadou Ba, an unsuccessful candidate in the March 24 presidential election, subtly criticizes the government from the perspective of the “tragedy” of irregular migration, notes Bès Bi Le Jour. “Despair pushes so many of our fellow citizens to risk their lives at sea,” he declares, as reported by this newspaper.
“Amadou Ba is teasing the Diomaye regime [Faye]”, reports the daily L’As. “In a post, writes this newspaper, the opponent highlighted the duty of the State to create economic opportunities and support structures that dissuade young people from embarking on a search for El Dorado.”
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Senegal’s New Government Faces Criticism After 100 Days in Power
Dakar, July 9 (APS) – The first hundred days of President Bassirou Diomaye Faye are on the menu of several newspapers in Tuesday’s delivery of the daily press.
The newspapers that have returned to this subject mainly relay the criticisms of certain political actors who judge quite severely the action of the new power embodied by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and his Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko.
The most severe criticism came from the leader of the Gueum Sa Bopp movement, businessman Bougane Guèye Dany. The latter “draws up a gloomy assessment” of the actions of the new regime, which he did not fail to put on trial, reports the daily Kritik’.
The news notes that Bougane Guèye Dany “notes an +illusory project+ in the face of +increased poverty+”, terms taken up by several other newspapers which echoed the statement of the leader of Gueum Sa Bopp.
Walfquotidien points out that it is with a rhythmic quatrain that Bougane Guèye Dany evaluated the hundred days of the new holders of power. He speaks on this subject of “100 days of dreams”.
Mr. Guèye’s verses are taken up by Tribune on its front page: “100 days of dreams, 100 young people die 100 steps from Saint-Louis, 100 embarrassments for Sonko. To the blood of the young will be added the tears of women and children living in rainwater.”
The daily newspaper Les Echos, in turn, points out the criticisms of the businessman and former journalist once morest “the Diomaye-Sonko couple”. “They are a gang of +tax collectors+ more inclined to racketeer the private sector than to think regarding the ills of the people who are being swindled,” it writes, quoting Bougane Guèye Dany.
“The first hundred days of the Diomaye-Sonko duo at the head of the country are far from being a success. At least that is the opinion of the president of the Gueum Sa Bopp movement +Les Jambaars+”, advances the newspaper Le Quotidien.
He reports that “Bougane Guèye Dany asks President Diomaye Faye and PM Ousmane Sonko to put an end to the tragedy of irregular emigration following the death of nearly a hundred of our young compatriots”.
In addition to Bougane Guèye Dany, Amadou Bâ, Prime Minister under Macky Sall, but also Babacar Diop, president of the “Dolel Khalifa” movement, spoke out on the actions of the new government.
Babacar Diop certainly believes that it is not possible to assess the new power one hundred days following its installation. But he invites the Prime Minister “to reduce his communication to concentrate on the essentials”, reports Source A.
The former secretary general of the outgoing government, Abdou Latif Coulibaly, considers for his part that “evaluating the 100 days of President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and his government is not easy”.
Except that “the actions taken are the opposite of the promises made,” Latif Coulibaly believes in statements reported by Vox Populi. On this basis, Instead of saying “100 days, 100 problems, I would say 100 days, 200 facts that are contrary to the promises made,” adds Mr. Coulibaly, a former journalist presented as “a close friend” of the former Prime Minister Amadou Ba.
The latter, an unsuccessful candidate in the presidential election of March 24, attacks subtly from the angle of the “drama” of irregular emigration, notes Bès Bi Le Jour. “Despair pushes so many of our fellow citizens to risk their lives at sea,” he declares in remarks reported by this newspaper.
“Amadou Ba teases the Diomaye regime [Faye]”, reports the daily L’As. “In a post, writes this newspaper, the opponent recalled the duty of the State to create economic opportunities and support structures that dissuade young people from embarking on a search for El Dorado.”
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Criticism and Challenges Facing the New Government
The criticisms highlighted by Senegalese newspapers reflect a general sentiment of disappointment and frustration within the political landscape. The new government, led by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, is being called upon to address concerns over economic hardship, poverty, and the ongoing tragedy of irregular migration.
Key Criticism Points:
- Illusory promises and increased poverty: Critics argue that the new government has failed to deliver on its pledges and that the economic situation has worsened.
- Lack of focus on essential issues: Calls for the government to prioritize addressing the needs of the people rather than focusing on communication.
- Inaction on irregular migration: Concerns over the rising number of young Senegalese risking their lives attempting to reach Europe.
- Taxation and private sector: Accusations that the government is prioritizing revenue collection over addressing the needs of citizens and businesses.
The Need for Action and Reform
The criticisms leveled once morest the new government reflect a sense of urgency for action and reform. The government faces the challenge of balancing political promises with the realities of governing a nation facing economic and social challenges. Meeting the demands of the people will require a concrete plan of action that tackles the root causes of poverty, inequality, and the tragedy of irregular migration.
A Call for Concrete Action:
- Economic Development: Implementing concrete solutions to stimulate job creation and reduce poverty.
- Social Welfare: Addressing the needs of vulnerable populations and providing support systems to address social challenges.
- Migration Crisis: Developing comprehensive strategies to address the root causes of irregular migration and protect vulnerable youth.
- Transparency and Accountability: Fostering an environment of openness and accountability in governance.
Looking Ahead
The first 100 days of any new government are typically a period of transition and acclimatization. It is too early to definitively assess the long-term impact of the new government in Senegal. However, the criticisms already voiced highlight the importance of swift and decisive action to address the concerns of the people. The success of President Diomaye Faye’s administration will ultimately be judged by its ability to deliver on its promises and respond to the challenges facing the nation.
