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President Faye's public call for ARTP director general applications signals new governance approach
via SeneNews2 min read
President Bassirou Diomaye Faye's decision to open the position of Director General of the Telecommunications and Post Regulatory Authority ARTP to public applications marks a significant shift in Senegalese governance. This initiative promotes transparency and merit, reflecting the president's commitment to reforming a key sector for the country's technological future. The move indicates that current Director General Dahirou Thiam's position is uncertain, as he will compete against unknown candidates. This action serves as a clear message that there are no guaranteed positions or political favors under the new administration. According to the Presidency, this approach aligns with the head of state's desire to establish governance based on transparency, merit, and competence. While President Faye has the power to appoint individuals to civil and military positions, he has chosen to subject certain strategic roles to an open, competitive process based on candidate qualifications. The Presidency notes that this method has been previously used for recruiting the Director General of ARCOP, members of the OFNAC and ARTP colleges, and rectors of five public universities. The executive emphasizes that the telecommunications and postal sectors are central to implementing the national Transformation Senegal 2050 Agenda and the New Technological Deal, requiring highly qualified profiles selected solely on their skills.
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