Constitutional revision, domestic debt and prisoners: the APR is ramping up its attacks against the government

Meeting on July 9, the National Executive Secretariat (SEN) of the Alliance for the Republic (APR) strongly criticized the current government's management. In a statement sent to Seneweb, the party welcomed the Constitutional Council's decision on the constitutional revision, warned of the deteriorating economic situation, and demanded a credible and transparent timetable for settling the domestic debt owed to businesses. The APR also denounced the functioning of the National Assembly, called for the release of several of its officials who are being prosecuted or imprisoned, and reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening its restructuring in preparation for the upcoming elections.

Here is the full press release

Alliance for the Republic (APR)

NATIONAL EXECUTIVE SECRETARIAT

PRESS RELEASE

The National Executive Secretariat (SEN) of the Alliance for the Republic (APR), meeting this Thursday, July 9, 2026, conducted a thorough examination of the political, institutional, economic and organizational situation of our country.

The SEN analyzed recent developments relating to the proposed revision of the Constitution, to welcome the decision of the Constitutional Council declaring the law adopted on June 29, 2026 contrary to the constitution of Senegal.

All things considered, this unprecedented institutional sequence confirms the improvisation surrounding the fundamental reform. It is paradoxical, to say the least, that the very author of the presidential initiative found himself forced to refer the matter to the Constitutional Court to resolve a conflict arising from a unilateral political action, undertaken without prior consultation.

The SEN reiterates that a Constitution cannot be amended according to political circumstances or the balance of power at any given moment. It constitutes the foundation of the State's stability and calls for a more inclusive and impartial method, based on consensus, transparency, and respect for institutions.

The SEN considers that this reform lacked the serenity essential to any constitutional revision.

Addressing the unprecedentedly serious economic situation, the National Executive Committee (SEN) expresses its deep concern regarding the continued deterioration of living conditions for the population. The Budgetary Policy Debate (DOB), a crucial moment for defining the major directions of public finances, took place amid near-total indifference. No clear vision, no credible recovery strategy, and no convincing response to the concerns of households, businesses, or investors emerged. The country continues to face slow growth, a contraction in private investment, a decline in economic confidence, and a persistent deterioration of the business climate.

In this regard, the SEN (National Union of Employers) supports Senegalese business leaders in their legitimate fight for the swift settlement of domestic debt owed to companies. This debt is currently one of the main factors stifling our economic fabric. It weakens businesses, destroys jobs, jeopardizes the survival of SMEs, and dangerously slows economic activity. The APR (Alliance for the Republic) calls on the Government to present, without delay, a credible and transparent debt repayment schedule and to implement a genuine national recovery plan based on support for investment, production, exports, and employment.

Examining the situation in Parliament, which has become a political refuge, the SEN strongly condemns the worrying situation observed in the National Assembly, characterized by the massive recycling of former ministers within the administration. This practice, which consists of multiplying politically motivated appointments, significantly increases the operating costs of the parliamentary institution at a time when the country is experiencing severe budgetary constraints. Such management is incompatible with the requirements of austerity, rationalization of public spending, and good governance. The National Assembly cannot become an instrument for the redistribution of political privileges financed by taxpayers.

Addressing the party's internal affairs, the National Executive Committee (SEN) welcomes the restructuring efforts underway within the Alliance for the Republic. It encourages the continued establishment of grassroots structures and the effective implementation of Municipal Executive Secretariats (SECs) throughout the country. The SEN urges national, departmental, and municipal leaders to accelerate this process to strengthen the party's local presence, improve its connection with the people, and effectively prepare for the upcoming elections. The time has come for mobilization, cohesion, and the rallying of all party members around the Party President.

The Alliance for the Republic (APR) is also resolutely committed to waging the fight against the injustice and arbitrary rule that have dominated national politics since the rise of Pastef. Maodo Malick Mbaye, Alioune Badara Ly, Mamadou Gueye, Ismaila Madior Fall, Lat Diop, Pape Malick Ndour, Daha Diallo, Gainde Macky, and Jérôme Bandiaky have no business being in prison or under house arrest. The APR therefore calls for continued mobilization to secure the full freedom of all those unjustly prosecuted or imprisoned.

Done in Dakar, on July 9, 2026

The National Executive Secretariat