Patrick Vieira to receive 35 million CFA francs monthly as Senegal's next national coach

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Former DAGE of the Primature denies Ousmane Sonko's statements regarding 3 billion CFA francs case

Macodou Sène, the former Director of General Administration and Equipment DAGE of the Primature, has publicly denied claims made by Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko concerning the management of 3 billion CFA francs. Speaking on TFM, Sène stated that he never managed special funds or funds exempt from justification procedures. He challenged anyone claiming otherwise to provide proof, asserting that all funds he managed were subject to justification and that records exist. Furthermore, Sène contradicted Sonko's version of events by stating that the Prime Minister never directly questioned him about these funds. He also denied ever asking Sonko to consult the former Minister of Finance and Budget, Cheikh Diba, regarding political or special funds, as he had no knowledge of their existence.

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Patrick Vieira appointed head coach of Senegal's national football team

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Patrick Vieira appointed head coach of Senegal's national football team

The Senegalese Football Federation FSF has officially announced the appointment of Patrick Vieira as the head coach of the "A" national team. This decision was unanimously approved by the Federation's Emergency Committee during an extraordinary videoconference session held on Monday, August 17, 2026, at 3 PM. The FSF's Secretary General signed the communiqué confirming the appointment. All statutory members of the Committee participated in the session, with the exception of Cheikh Ahmet Tidiane Seck, the 6th vice-president, whose absence was duly excused. The Federation describes this appointment as a "strategic choice" marking "a new stage" in its commitment to providing Senegal with high-level technical coaching, aligning with the country's sporting ambitions. Vieira brings coaching experience from clubs like Nice, Crystal Palace, and Strasbourg, following a distinguished playing career that included winning the 1998 World Cup with France. The FSF noted that discussions regarding the administrative and contractual terms of his role are ongoing, and the date for his official presentation and subsequent installation steps will be communicated later. The announcement was made in Dakar on August 18, 2026.

Report of 50 Pastef deputies joining President Faye's camp debunked

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Report of 50 Pastef deputies joining President Faye's camp debunked

Reports circulating that approximately 50 Pastef deputies had defected to President Bassirou Diomaye Faye's camp and joined the Kiiraay party have been formally denied. This rumor gained traction before Djiby Ciss's notable stance, suggesting a wave of defections within the Pastef parliamentary group. However, only one parliamentarian, Félicité Mbougane Sarr, from Ndiaganiao like the head of state, has reportedly followed Djiby Ciss. This single defection is far from the "50 deputies" mentioned on social media and does not indicate a massive erosion of the ruling parliamentary group. During the vote on a controversial law, the Pastef group, led by Ayib Daffé, received support from several unaligned deputies and some elected officials from the Alliance for the Republic APR. However, this temporary support does not signify a recomposition of power dynamics in the National Assembly, as the Pastef parliamentary group reportedly maintains a comfortable majority.

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Patrick Vieira to receive 35 million CFA francs monthly as Senegal's next national coach

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