On October 28, 2026, the President of Senegal announced a series of key appointments across various ministries, as reported by RTS 1. These appointments aim to strengthen the country's administrative and governance structures. The President made decisions on individual measures, affecting several sectors, including economy, finance, and healthcare. The appointments are expected to bring new expertise and leadership to the respective ministries.
In the Ministry of Economy, Finance, and Planning, several new directors were appointed. Hahmadou Bamba Tine, an Inspector of the Treasury, was named Director General of Economic Cooperation and Development of Partnerships and the Private Sector. Cheikh Ahmed Tidiane Senghor, an Administrative Civilian, was appointed Coordinator of the Directorate General of Economic Cooperation and Development of Partnerships and the Private Sector. Additionally, Malick Sarr, a graduate in Finance and Public Management, took on the role of Director of Administration and Personnel.
The President also made significant appointments in the Ministry of Integration, Foreign Affairs, and Senegalese Abroad. Mbaye Cisse, a General of the Army Corps, was appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Senegal to Canada, with residence in Ottawa. In the Ministry of Family, Social Action, and Solidarity, Mamadou Selly Ly, a Doctorate holder in Public Health, was named Secretary General of the Senegalese Universal Health Coverage Agency.
The Ministry of Transport, Land and Air received new appointments as well. Abdoulaye Diop, a Master's degree holder in Management and Business Strategy, was appointed Director General of the Transport Development Fund. In the Ministry of Culture, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Ibrahima Badiane, a Master's degree holder in Management and Business Strategy, took on the role of Director General of the Grand National Theater.
The healthcare sector also saw significant changes with the President's appointments. Mor Fall, a teacher-researcher in Clinical Pharmacology, was named President of the Administrative Council of the National Supply Pharmacy. Mamadou Fall, a Professor of Toxicology, was appointed Director of the National Antipoison Center. Additionally, Ndeye Fatou Seck, a Doctor of Medicine, was named Director of Quality, Safety, and Hospital Hygiene.
Further appointments were made in various ministries, including Communication and Relations with Institutions. Babou Faye, a journalist, was appointed President of the Administrative Council of the Senegalese Press Agency. These appointments reflect the President's efforts to strengthen the country's governance and administrative structures.
The President's appointments aim to bring new leadership and expertise to various sectors, contributing to Senegal's development and growth. The newly appointed officials are expected to play crucial roles in implementing policies and strategies in their respective ministries. The appointments also demonstrate the President's commitment to ensuring effective governance and administration in Senegal.
Key points
- The President of Senegal announced key appointments across various ministries on October 28, 2026.
- The appointments aim to strengthen the country's administrative and governance structures.
- The newly appointed officials are expected to bring new expertise and leadership to their respective ministries.
