# Senegal PM delivers policy statement amid debt crisis > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/senegal-prime-minister-policy-statement-controversy > Updated: 2026-09-08T16:18:34.000Z. Sources: 48. Developments: 5. On September 8, 2026, Senegalese Prime Minister Ahmadou Al Aminou Lo delivered his General Policy Statement (DPG) to the National Assembly, fulfilling the scheduled address following a prior procedural dispute between the executive and legislative branches. During the session, Lo emphasized a policy of continuity, stating that the government’s roadmap is anchored in the ‘Senegal 2050’ strategic framework. He addressed the nation’s severe economic pressures, confirming that public debt has reached 132% of GDP, with total indebtedness estimated at 25,000 billion CFA francs. Lo warned that the country experienced impoverishment in 2025 and faces ongoing risks in 2026 due to high interest rates on the secondary market and necessary structural adjustments. He specifically noted a slowdown in non-hydrocarbon growth, which reached 2.2% in 2025. The Prime Minister also detailed the administration’s engagement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) regarding a 36-month, $2.2 billion Extended Credit Facility. This program is intended to facilitate economic reforms, specifically focusing on debt management and increased domestic revenue mobilization through 2029. To address social and infrastructure needs, Lo announced plans to construct 500,000 housing units by 2035 and build four new level-3 regional hospitals in Saint-Louis, Ziguinchor, Mbour, and Kaolack via public-private partnerships. To combat the high cost of living, he announced plans to use state-private sector program contracts to stabilize the prices of essential goods such as cereals, meat, and fish. He also highlighted strategic projects in energy, mining, and agriculture to bolster food sovereignty, including gas development and large-scale water transfer operations to secure the Dakar-Mbour-Thiès triangle. In his address, Lo underscored his commitment to the Constitution and the separation of powers, stating his intent to maintain a ‘republican spirit in all circumstances.’ ## Claims - The Prime Minister stated that the country experienced impoverishment in 2025 and is projected to face further impoverishment in 2026. (corroborated by 13 sources) - Senegal and the IMF reached a service-level agreement for a 36-month Extended Credit Facility worth approximately $2.2 billion. (corroborated by 6 sources) - The Prime Minister was appointed on May 25, 2026, replacing Ousmane Sonko. (corroborated by 6 sources) - Public debt has reached 132% of GDP. (corroborated by 5 sources) - The government's roadmap will follow the 'Senegal 2050' strategic framework to ensure policy continuity. (corroborated by 5 sources) - Non-hydrocarbon growth was 2.2% in 2025. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The government aims to provide 500,000 housing units by 2035. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The government plans to construct four new level-3 regional hospitals in Saint-Louis, Ziguinchor, Mbour, and Kaolack. (corroborated by 2 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-08: Ahmadou Alhaminou Mohamed Lo delivers policy declaration to Senegal's National Assembly Senegalese Prime Minister Ahmadou Alhaminou Mohamed Lo delivered his general policy declaration to the National Assembly, emphasizing constitutional respect and the separation of powers. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ahmadou-alhaminou-mohamed-lo-delivers-policy-declaration-to-senegals-national-assembly ### 2026-09-07: Senegal PM Ahmadou Al Aminou Lô presents 2026 policy roadmap Senegal's PM Ahmadou Al Aminou Lô presented his policy roadmap, focusing on the 'Senegal 2050' framework, managing a 132% debt-to-GDP ratio, and a $2.2 billion IMF agreement. 34 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/senegal-administration-agents-demand-action-ahead-of-policy-statement ### 2026-09-04: Senegal Prime Minister to deliver General Policy Statement Senegalese Prime Minister Ahmadou Al Aminou Lo will deliver his General Policy Statement on September 8, an institutional milestone expected to define the government's priorities and political direction. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/senegal-prime-minister-to-deliver-general-policy-statement ### 2026-08-28: Senegal National Assembly postpones Prime Minister's policy statement Senegal's National Assembly has postponed the Prime Minister's General Policy Statement, citing procedural disagreements with the presidency over the scheduling of the extraordinary session. 14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/senegal-deputy-challenges-september-1-date-for-prime-ministers-policy-statement ### 2026-08-25: Senegal Prime Minister scheduled to deliver policy statement Senegalese Prime Minister Ahmadou Al Aminou Lo is set to present his General Policy Statement on September 1, 2026, amid questions regarding parliamentary procedure and session scheduling. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/yankhoba-dim-receives-large-welcome-in-ziguinchor --- Cite as: Senegal PM delivers policy statement amid debt crisis. 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