# Senegal‑Guinea anti‑corruption probes intensify > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/senegal-anticorruption-investigations > Updated: 2026-08-07T17:18:24.000Z. Sources: 39. Developments: 25. The anti‑corruption investigations that began in October 2025 have continued to widen across Senegal and Guinea. In Senegal, the probe into the ASER‑AEE Power rural‑electrification contract has been merged with parallel cases, focusing on the diversion of tens of billions of CFA francs, falsified documents and tax irregularities; an internal audit confirmed a 37‑billion‑CFA irregularity. Former minister Thierno Lô was summoned on defamation charges linked to alleged false statements about a presidential aide. The high‑profile detention of businessman Khadim Bâ on customs‑related accusations has drawn repeated calls from the Forum du Justiciable and the traders’ association ASCODEM for his release and for broader customs reforms. Television presenter Pape Cheikh Diallo and banker Doudou Lamine Dieng have both appeared before the Pikine‑Guédiawaye tribunal, denying involvement in alleged criminal association, money‑laundering and other charges. Journalist Bachir Fofana lodged a complaint with Senegal’s anti‑corruption office (OFNAC) over the ASER‑AEE fraud, while MP Thierno Alassane Sall continues to accuse the Spanish contractor of diverting 37 billion CFA, prompting legal counter‑actions in Spain. In Guinea, the Court of Repression of Economic and Financial Offences (CRIEF) has pursued a series of high‑level cases: former minister Oyé Guilavogui faces a ten‑year prison request; former constitutional‑court president Mohamed Lamine Bangoura and former OGP chief Aladji Cellou Camara each face ten‑year terms and large fines; former director‑general Mandian Sidibé is charged with a 78‑billion‑GNF embezzlement; and the National Transition Council is under investigation for a 43‑billion‑GNF misappropriation. Trials of former prime minister Ibrahima Kassory Fofana and former central‑bank governor Ibrahima Chérif Bah have proceeded, with the former’s sentence reduced on appeal. Separate hearings have addressed the Conakry Urban Park contract, a mining‑related clash in Kankan, and a hospital‑equipment fraud case. The breadth of investigations underscores an expanding anti‑corruption drive in both countries. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-07: Senegal court issues partial non‑lieu, refers 71 suspects to trial in Pape Cheikh Diallo case On 7 Aug 2026 Senegal’s Pikine‑Guédiawaye court gave a partial non‑lieu in the Pape Cheikh Diallo case, acquitting 28 and sending 71 to trial; the prosecutor has appealed the ruling. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pape-cheikh-diallo-case-partial-dismissals-and-trial-referral-in-senegal ### 2026-07-17: Senegalese Journalist Madiambal Diagne Appeals French Extradition Order Senegalese journalist Madiambal Diagne has petitioned France’s Court of Cassation to overturn a Versailles appeal that ordered his partial extradition to Senegal, a step that does not halt possible deportation. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/senegalese-journalist-madiambal-diagne-appeals-french-extradition-order ### 2026-07-09: Guinea's National Transition Council probes alleged 43 billion GNF misappropriation Guinea's National Transition Council faces a judicial probe into alleged misappropriation of 43 billion GNF linked to contested separation bonuses; the council denies wrongdoing, citing lawful budget approval. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/guineas-national-transition-council-probes-alleged-43-billion-gnf-misappropriation ### 2026-07-09: Senegal banker Doudou Lamine Dieng denies wrongdoing in Pape Cheikh Diallo investigation Senegalese banker Doudou Lamine Dieng denied all charges in a high‑profile probe involving Pape Cheikh Diallo, citing only friendly ties; the investigation continues. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/senegal-banker-doudou-lamine-dieng-denies-wrongdoing-in-pape-cheikh-diallo-investigation ### 2026-07-08: Senegal's ASCODEM demands Khadim Ba's release and calls taxi‑free protest Senegal's ASCODEM held a July 7 press conference demanding businessman Khadim Ba's release, calling for debt clearance, customs code reform and warning of a taxi‑free day and possible general strike. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/senegals-ascodem-demands-khadim-bas-release-and-calls-taxifree-protest ### 2026-07-08: Guinea anti‑corruption probe detains former OGP chief and CNT officials Guinea’s CRIEF has detained former OGP chief Aladji Cellou Camara and other senior OGP officials on corruption charges, while also opening a probe into former CNT leaders over a 43‑billion‑franc misappropriated 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/guinea-anticorruption-probe-detains-former-ogp-chief-and-cnt-officials ### 2026-07-04: Madiambal Diagne faces prolonged extradition battle between Senegal and France Madiambal Diagne challenges a French extradition request tied to Senegal’s “Ellipse Project” probe, citing legal delays and a precedent that could void the charges. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/madiambal-diagne-faces-prolonged-extradition-battle-between-senegal-and-france ### 2026-07-02: Former Guinean PM Ibrahima Kassory Fofana’s prison term reduced on appeal Guinea’s former PM Ibrahima Kassory Fofana had his five‑year sentence cut to 3 years 9 months on appeal, while a 2 billion‑franc fine and asset confiscations were upheld. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/former-guinean-pm-ibrahima-kassory-fofanas-prison-term-reduced-on-appeal ### 2026-06-29: Guinea fraud trial and Senegal journalist prosecution highlight legal battles in West Africa Guinea courts try Ismaël Sylla for fraud, while Senegal delays journalist Mor Mbaye Cissé's false‑news case, underscoring legal challenges in West Africa. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/guinea-fraud-trial-and-senegal-journalist-prosecution-highlight-legal-battles-in-west-africa ### 2026-06-24: Senegal MP Thierno Alassane Sall battles Spanish firm AEE Power over alleged misused electrification funds Senegal MP Thierno Alassane Sall accuses Spanish AEE Power of misusing 37 billion CFA meant for rural electrification, alleging funds were spent on foreign legal fees. AEE Power has filed a complaint against S‑ 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/senegal-mp-thierno-alassane-sall-battles-spanish-firm-aee-power-over-alleged-misused-electrification ### 2026-06-23: SENELEC recovers over 180 million FCFA in Kaolack electricity fraud crackdown SENELEC recovered over 180 million FCFA in Kaolack by cracking down on electricity fraud, part of a national effort as the utility faces annual losses of over 80 billion FCFA and aims for universal access by 29 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/senelec-recovers-over-180-million-fcfa-in-kaolack-electricity-fraud-crackdown ### 2026-06-23: Guinea's anti‑corruption court tackles Conakry urban park dispute and upholds former central bank governor's sentence Guinea's anti‑corruption court heard a procurement dispute over the Conakry urban park and upheld a five‑year prison term and fines for former central bank governor Ibrahima Chérif Bah. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/guineas-anticorruption-court-tackles-conakry-urban-park-dispute-and-upholds-former-central-bank-gove ### 2026-06-22: Guinea court hands 30‑year sentences in mining‑related Kankan clashes Guinean court sentences participants in Kankan mining clashes to up to 30 years, imposes fines and damages, sparking appeals. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/guinea-court-hands-30year-sentences-in-miningrelated-kankan-clashes ### 2026-06-22: Bachir Fofana files complaint with Senegal's OFNAC over 37 bn CFA ASER fraud case Senegalese journalist Bachir Fofana lodged an OFNAC complaint after publishing a book alleging that 37 bn CFA tied to ASER’s rural electrification deal with Spain’s AEE Power was misappropriated. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bachir-fofana-files-complaint-with-senegals-ofnac-over-37-bn-cfa-aser-fraud-case ### 2026-06-17: Senegal TV presenter Pape Cheikh Diallo appears before Pikine‑Guédiawaye court Senegal TV host Pape Cheikh Diallo was brought before the Pikine‑Guédiawaye court for a new hearing in his ongoing multi‑charge investigation. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/guinea-courts-address-prolonged-detentions-and-assault-sentencing ### 2026-06-15: Senegal and Guinea see high‑profile arrests and corruption trials Senegal judges issue detention orders in the Ndiaga Seck case and an international warrant for ex‑minister Moussa Bocar Thiam; Guinea’s CRIEF tries hospital director Soriba Soumah for alleged embezzlement of 12 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/guinean-hospital-director-soriba-soumah-faces-10year-prison-sentence-in-corruption-trial ### 2026-06-12: Senegal's ASER Scandal: $60 M Rural Electrification Funds Allegedly Misused Senegal’s ASER agency faces accusations that €56 million meant for rural electrification was siphoned to foreign accounts, sparking a political scandal and cross‑border legal probe. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/senegals-aee-power-rural-electrification-scandal-draws-parliamentary-probe ### 2026-06-11: Guinea delays former prime minister Kassory Fofana's trial to June 18 Guinea’s CRIEF court postponed former PM Kassory Fofana’s trial from June 11 to June 18, 2026 after the prosecutor sought more time to review interrogation records. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/guinea-delays-former-prime-minister-kassory-fofanas-trial-to-june-18 ### 2026-06-10: Guinea ex-OGP chief Mandian Sidibé charged with 78 billion GNF embezzlement Guinea's former OGP chief Mandian Sidibé was charged on 10 June 2026 with embezzling 78 bn GNF, along with two co‑accused; they denied the charges and the court postponed the case to 15 June. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/guinea-ex-ogp-chief-mandian-sidib-charged-with-78-billion-gnf-embezzlement ### 2026-06-10: Former Guinean Constitutional Court President Mohamed Lamine Bangoura faces 10‑year prison request Guinea's ex‑constitutional court head Mohamed Lamine Bangoura faces a 10‑year jail request and billions in fines for alleged embezzlement and money‑laundering. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/former-guinean-constitutional-court-president-mohamed-lamine-bangoura-faces-10year-prison-request ### 2026-06-09: Khadim Bâ detention case in Senegal raises justice concerns Senegal’s Forum du Justiciable demands clarification after businessman Khadim Bâ’s 20‑month detention, contesting customs accusations of fraud and urging fair judicial treatment. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/khadim-b-detention-case-in-senegal-raises-justice-concerns ### 2026-06-08: Guinea's former minister Oyé Guilavogui faces 10‑year prison request in corruption trial Guinea's ex‑minister Oyé Guilavogui faces a 10‑year prison request over massive embezzlement, while testimony from former Matoto mayor is delayed in a related 46‑billion‑franc corruption case. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/guineas-former-minister-oy-guilavogui-faces-10year-prison-request-in-corruption-trial ### 2026-06-08: Senegal's Khadim Bâ legal case draws calls for transparency Senegal's Forum du Justiciable urges authorities to clarify the Khadim Bâ case after 20 months of detention, citing disputed customs accusations and calls for transparent, equitable justice. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/senegals-khadim-b-legal-case-draws-calls-for-transparency ### 2026-06-05: Senegal probes ASER-AEE Power contract fraud and embezzlement Senegal’s financial prosecutor has merged multiple complaints into a criminal investigation of the ASER‑AEE Power rural electrification contract, alleging diversion of tens of billions CFA, falsified documents, 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/senegal-probes-aser-aee-power-contract-fraud-and-embezzlement ### 2026-05-20: Senegal and Guinea probe former officials over alleged misconduct Senegal and Guinea launch investigations into former officials over defamation claims and alleged financial mismanagement. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/senegal-and-guinea-probe-former-officials-over-alleged-misconduct --- Cite as: Senegal‑Guinea anti‑corruption probes intensify. 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