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Senegal parliamentary commission rejects 2026 revised budget
The Finance and Budgetary Control Commission of the National Assembly in Senegal has rejected the 2026 supplementary budget bill (LFR) and two government amendments. The decision follows days of intense debate between the executive branch and the Pastef-Les Patriotes parliamentary group.
Pastef, led by Ousmane Sonko, has expressed significant opposition to the current draft, citing concerns over reduced social spending and public investment. The group has demanded the preservation of budgets for health, education, and infrastructure, as well as greater transparency regarding state debt and the management of political funds. Specifically, deputies have called for a re-examination of cuts affecting vocational training and hydraulics, while also seeking clarity on 120 billion FCFA related to the Contingent Emergency Response Project (CERP).
The government, represented by ministers Cheikh Diba and Bassirou Sarr, has faced criticism for proposed reductions in subsidies for petroleum products. While the commission's rejection does not end the legislative process, it marks a major political impasse. The bill must still undergo examination in a plenary session, which has been subject to delays as parties seek a consensus.
Entities
Abdelmadjid Abderahim · Allah Maye Halina · Bassirou Sarr · Chad · Cheikh Diba · Council of Ministers · Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé · Komi Selom Klassou · N'Djamena · National Assembly of Senegal · National Assembly of Togo · Ousmane Sonko
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- [● 2 SOURCES] The Pastef group requested transparency regarding 120 billion FCFA in funds. www.sunugox.info · senego.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The budget debate is ongoing and must proceed to a plenary session. www.nettali.com · sunuker.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The government proposed a reduction in petroleum product subsidies. www.nettali.com · www.sunugox.info
- [● 4 SOURCES] The Finance and Budgetary Control Commission rejected the 2026 supplementary budget bill. www.nettali.com · www.pulse.sn · www.sunugal24.net · sunuker.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Ousmane Sonko stated his party would not vote for the LFR in its current state. www.nettali.com · www.pulse.sn · sunuker.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The commission also rejected two amendments presented by the government. www.nettali.com · www.pulse.sn
- [● 3 SOURCES] Pastef-Les Patriotes demands the preservation of public investments and social spending. lesoleil.sn · www.sunugox.info · senego.com