Pastef experiences resignations as members join Diomaye Faye's movement
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Pastef, Ousmane Sonko's party, is experiencing a wave of resignations, including members of the JPS Jeunesse patriotique du Sénégal, an organization for young party members. These resignations include executives and general directors who support the vision of President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. Notable figures such as Mansour Diop, general director of Aristide-Le-Dantec Hospital, and Lansana Gagny Sakho, PCA of Apix, have joined Diomaye Faye's movement. Mansour Diop cited "clan-based" management within Pastef as a reason for his departure. Despite these departures, some Pastef members and sympathizers maintain their momentum, stating that the former members primarily contributed to membership growth and card sales. They also claim that those who joined the Diomaye coalition lack a strong base. The resignations could impact the dynamics of the 2027 municipal and 2029 presidential elections, with Pastef members challenging Diomaye's future party on the political field.
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