Senegal's Justice Minister issues warning to public officials over asset declarations
Senegal's Minister of Justice, Moussa Sarr, has issued a formal notice to public officials who have not yet declared their assets. In a circular letter dated August 5, 2026, Minister Sarr emphasized the legal obligation to declare assets and the penalties for non-compliance. This measure targets general directors, directors of the central administration of the Ministry of Justice, as well as first presidents and prosecutors general at the courts of appeal. The legal framework, established by Law No. 2025-13 of September 3, 2025, and its implementing decree No. 2025-1835 of November 18, 2025, aims to prevent illicit enrichment and promote transparency, probity, and good governance. Minister Sarr highlighted that this obligation applies upon taking office, during the exercise of duties as stipulated by texts, and upon cessation of duties. He noted that some officials have not yet regularized their situation or updated their asset declarations and urged them to comply promptly with procedures set by the National Anti-Corruption Office OFNAC. Moussa Sarr warned that failure to comply could lead to sanctions under current laws, underscoring the initiative's goal of ensuring full regulatory compliance.
