Dakar Arena fills as Ousmane Sonko's Pastef investiture ceremony approaches
via SeneNews1 min read
Dakar Arena is experiencing a significant turnout hours before Ousmane Sonko's investiture as the head of the Pastef party. Observations from the venue indicate that the hall is already largely occupied, with the ceremony scheduled for 12:00 PM. Militants, sympathizers, and party officials began arriving at Dakar Arena in the morning to participate in this major political event. This gathering follows Ousmane Sonko's election to the presidency of Pastef. His official investiture marks an important step for the ruling political party and has mobilized numerous supporters attending the ceremony. The event is highly anticipated by Pastef militants, who view this investiture as the beginning of a new phase in the party's life, now led by its historical leader.
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