New government in Senegal sees several new ministers appointed to strategic portfolios

Mouhamadou Makhtar Cissé has been appointed Minister of Interior and Public Security, while Me Moussa Sarr takes on the Justice portfolio as Keeper of the Seals. Moustapha Mbaye is now in charge of National Education, and Cheikh Oumar Bâ leads Agriculture, Food Sovereignty, and Livestock. Bakary Sarr joins as Minister of Communication and Relations with Institutions, and Government Spokesperson, with Samba Diouf heading Telecommunications and Digital.

Mamadou Lamine Dianté is the new Minister of Public Service, Labor, and Public Service Reform. In social sectors, Marie Angélique Diouf leads the Ministry of Family, Social Action, and Solidarity. Clotilde Djireye Coly becomes Minister of Youth and Sports, a key role ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Alpha Thiam is appointed to Culture, Handicrafts, and Tourism, while Idrissa Samb is Minister of Employment and Vocational and Technical Training. Cheikh Oumar Seck takes Mines and Geology, and Aliou Gory Diouf is responsible for Environment and Ecological Transition. In transport, MP Abdoul Ahad Ndiaye is appointed to Land and Air Transport, and Amy Mara leads the Ministry of Fisheries and Maritime Economy.

Delegated minister positions also see changes: Bassirou Sarr is Minister for the Budget under the Ministry of Economy, Finance, and Planning, and Ali Nar Diop is responsible for Economy, Planning, and Cooperation. Ousman