Two years after the rise to power of President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, the Confederation for Democracy and Socialism (CDS) has issued a strongly critical assessment of their governance.
In a public statement, the coalition highlighted what it described as a significant gap between initial promises and tangible outcomes. It referred to early commitments as “illusions” that raised high expectations among citizens, now reportedly confronted with a more disappointing reality.
Governance seen as falling short
The CDS outlined several shortcomings in the administration’s performance, citing limited progress on key priorities such as economic management, social justice, and the handling of pressing national issues.
According to the group, announced reforms have yet to deliver visible results, contributing to growing public disillusionment.
Concerns over political promises
The coalition also criticized the government’s communication strategy, arguing that certain announcements have fueled expectations without being backed by effective policy implementation.
It called on the authorities to refocus on national priorities and accelerate structural reforms to meet citizens’ expectations.
A politically sensitive moment
The statement comes at a time when expectations remain high following a political transition that had generated significant hope for change.
Two years on, the CDS’s criticism reflects emerging divisions in the assessment of the administration’s record, between supporters of the new leadership and more skeptical observers.
No official response from the government had been reported at the time of publication.
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