Act IV of Decentralization: The Association of Mayors (AMS) welcomes the progress and is mobilizing for consultations.

In a press release published on July 17, 2026, the Association of Mayors of Senegal (AMS) expressed its "deep satisfaction" following the latest guidelines set by the President of the Republic during the Council of Ministers on July 16, 2026. These decisions mark a key step in the continuation of the process of developing the reform of Act IV of Decentralization.

A strong response to the expectations of local elected officials

The Head of State has given clear instructions for the development of the status of the local elected official and has tasked the Prime Minister with organizing consultations before the end of August 2026. These discussions will aim to reach a national consensus on Act IV of Decentralization as well as on the territorial hubs.

For the AMS, these measures constitute a concrete response to the major concerns that local government officials shared with the President during their recent meeting. The association warmly thanked the President of the Republic for "his attentive listening, his openness to dialogue, and his commitment to a collaborative decentralization process."

The AMS also congratulated Moussa Bala Fofana, Minister of Urban Planning, Local Authorities, and Territorial Development. The mayors praised the "remarkable work" accomplished since the launch of this reform, emphasizing that its inclusive and participatory approach has fostered a climate of mutual trust essential for the emergence of shared solutions.

With the deadlines at the end of August approaching, the Association of Mayors of Senegal reaffirms its full commitment to collaborating with the Government. Local elected officials intend to participate responsibly and constructively to ensure the success of these consultations, solely for the benefit of the development of Senegal's territories and people.