In a recent cabinet meeting held on October 28, 2026, the Senegalese government announced a series of new appointments across various ministries. Notably, Ibrahima Badiane has been appointed as the new Director General of the Grand Théâtre national, replacing Serigne Fall Gueye. Badiane holds a Master's degree in Management and Strategy of Enterprise. This move is part of a broader reshuffle aimed at strengthening the leadership in key sectors.
The Ministry of Economy, Finance, and Planning has seen several new appointments. Hahmadou Bamba Tine, an Inspector of the Principal Treasury, has been named Director General of Economic Cooperation and Development of Partnerships and the Private Sector. Other appointments include Cheikh Ahmed Tidiane Senghor as Coordinator of the Directorate General of Economic Cooperation and Development of Partnerships and the Private Sector, and Malick Sarr as Director of Administration and Personnel.
The Ministry of Health and Public Hygiene has also undergone significant changes. Mor Fall, a lecturer-researcher in Clinical Pharmacology, has been appointed President of the Administrative Council of the National Pharmacy of Supply (PNA). Additionally, Mamadou Fall, a Professor of Toxicology, has been named Director of the National Antipoison Center (CNAP). Ndeye Fatou Seck, a pediatric surgeon and specialist in public health, has been appointed Director of Quality, Safety, and Hospital Hygiene.
In the Ministry of Culture, Tourism, and Crafts, several key positions have been filled. Hugues Diaz has been appointed Director General of Culture, while Ndeye Khoudia Diagne has taken over as Director of Arts, replacing Diaz. Fama Cisse Thiam has been named Director of the Book and Promotion of Reading. Furthermore, Oumar Diallo has been appointed President of the Supervisory Board of the Agency for the Promotion and Development of Crafts.
The Ministry of Integration, Foreign Affairs, and Senegalese Abroad has seen the appointment of Mbaye Cisse as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Senegal to Canada, with residence in Ottawa. In the Ministry of Family, Social Action, and Solidarity, Mamadou Selly Ly has been named Secretary General of the Senegalese Agency for Universal Health Coverage (SEN CSU).
The transport sector has also seen new appointments, with Abdoulaye Diop being named Director General of the Fund for the Development of Land Transport (FDTT). In the education sector, Babou Faye, a journalist, has been appointed President of the Administrative Council of the Senegalese Press Agency (APS).
These appointments reflect the government's efforts to bring in fresh leadership and expertise across various sectors. The new appointees are expected to drive progress in their respective areas, contributing to the country's development goals. The changes are seen as part of a broader strategy to enhance governance and efficiency in the public sector.
Key points
- Ibrahima Badiane appointed as Director General of the Grand Théâtre national.
- Multiple appointments made in the Ministries of Economy, Health, Culture, and Foreign Affairs.
- Appointments aimed at strengthening leadership and driving progress in key sectors.
