Justice Minister Moussa Sarr defends government amendments to constitutional reform bill
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Justice Minister and Keeper of the Seals, Moussa Sarr, represented the government before the National Assembly's Committee on Laws, Decentralization, Labor, and Human Rights to discuss constitutional bill n°17/2026, initiated by Pastef parliamentary group deputies. Minister Sarr defended the government's four proposed amendments, emphasizing that the Constitution is the foundation of the republican pact and that any significant modification requires an inclusive approach involving political actors, the opposition, civil society, and various national components. He noted that since 1992, no major constitutional revision in Senegal has occurred without prior consultations with stakeholders, a practice he believes has contributed to institutional stability and the legitimacy of reforms. The government expressed disagreement with the current approach to the constitutional revision, arguing that the proposed changes, due to their scope and impact on institutional functioning, necessitate broader and more inclusive discussions. The government urged deputies to establish a dialogue framework for all stakeholders to deepen debates and seek consensus on these institutional matters. Reaffirming his commitment to reforms that strengthen democracy and the rule of law, Minister Sarr advocated for an approach based on listening, consultation, and responsibility, calling for the preservation of Senegal's tradition of political and institutional dialogue as essential for democratic stability
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Dominique Mendy, a former Al-Shorta SC defensive midfielder, has cautioned the Senegal national team against underestimating Iraq in their upcoming match. Mendy, who played in the Iraqi league, believes the Iraqi team possesses qualities that could challenge any opponent. He described the Iraqi championship as very physical and competitive, noting that many national team players compete in the local league, which indicates its high standard. Mendy also stated that he knows several key Iraqi players, some of whom were his teammates, including Jalal Hassan, Ahmed Basim, Manaf Younis, Ahmed Yahya, and Mohamed Ali. He highlighted that Iraq also has players based abroad and a dangerous number 9 striker capable of making a difference. Mendy pointed out that Iraq showed promise in their match against Norway, despite a loss, and possesses players who can impact the game at any moment. He emphasized that Iraq's main strength lies in their fighting spirit, as they have little to lose and will give their all until the final whistle.
Senegal's National Assembly adopted four bills on June 25, 2026, authorizing the President of the Republic to ratify several international agreements and conventions. These agreements cover environmental protection, judicial cooperation, international criminal law, and water resource management. Cheikh Niang, the Minister of African Integration, Foreign Affairs, and Senegalese Abroad, presented and defended the texts before the deputies. The first bill, n°07/2026, authorizes the ratification of the BBNJ Agreement, adopted on June 19, 2023, in New York. This agreement, related to the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, focuses on the conservation and sustainable use of marine biodiversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction. Parliamentarians also approved bill n°12/2026, which ratifies the Convention on Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters between Senegal and The Gambia, signed in Dakar on March 12, 2020. This aims to enhance cooperation between the judicial authorities of both countries in combating cross-border crime. Additionally, bill n°13/2026 was adopted, authorizing the ratification of amendments to Article 8 of the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court ICC. These modifications are intended to strengthen international criminal law and combat impunity for serious crimes. Finally, deputies approved bill n°14/2026, concerning the ratification of the constitutive Charter of the World Water Organization, signed on May 28, 2025, in Riyadh, Sau
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