Salimata Dieng à son installation à l’Assemblée nationale : « Je n’oublierai jamais les épreuves traversées »
Former advisor to the President of the Republic, Salimata Dieng, was dismissed from her position after a Facebook post which she herself describes as "purely activist".
Today, Monday, June 22, she entered the National Assembly, replacing the new member of the Family of Social Action and Solidarity, Marie Angélique Mame Selbé Diouf.
In a Facebook post, she reflected on her career, her dismissal, and her involvement with Pastef, while also paying tribute to the Speaker of the National Assembly, Ousmane Sonko. Furthermore, she called for mobilization in preparation for the 2029 elections.
"It is with deep emotion that I address you today, after my installation at the National Assembly.
My heart overflows with gratitude to all those who supported, accompanied, and stood by me through both difficult times and moments of joy: Pastef activists and supporters, family, friends, colleagues, and brothers and sisters in arms. This victory does not belong to one person alone; it is the victory of a shared conviction, a fidelity to principles, and an unwavering faith in the future of Senegal.
During the legislative elections, we campaigned in the streets of Yoff, Rufisque, and Darou Thioub with a young, committed, and deeply patriotic team. To each and every one of those who gave their time, energy, and trust, I extend my sincerest gratitude.
This wonderful adventure would not have been possible without the unwavering support of an older brother who dedicated himself with generosity and determination. I would like to thank Assane Mbengue for the role he played during the campaign.
My thanks also go to Pastef Ouest-Foire for making their headquarters available to us throughout this campaign.
I also mustn't forget a friend, a sister in arms, who championed our candidacy with remarkable loyalty from beginning to end. Fatima Mbengue was among the first to believe in our potential. She remains one of the most cherished people I've met within Pastef. Please accept my deepest gratitude.
I will never forget the trials I endured. My dismissal raised questions, doubts, and sometimes even concerns. But some trials are simply steps that life places on the path of those who serve a cause. They test patience, forge character, and strengthen convictions. Thanks to God and your unwavering support, I remained steadfast, convinced that service to the nation transcends positions and titles.
Through my civic engagement and my experience in the agricultural sector, I have learned that the finest harvests often come after the most difficult seasons. Like the farmer who sows with hope despite the uncertainties of the weather, we have continued to believe in Senegal, its people, and its destiny.
I also wish to pay special tribute to our leader, Ousmane Sonko. Through his courage, resilience, and unwavering commitment, he has inspired an entire generation of Senegalese men and women. In the darkest moments as well as in times of hope, he has embodied a vision, a determination, and a will for transformation that have profoundly marked our political history.
Today, our collective responsibility is immense. We must preserve this political legacy, consolidate our achievements, and continue the fight for the ideals that unite us. The 2029 deadline is being prepared now. It will demand more work, more discipline, more commitment, and more sacrifices. Every activist, every supporter, every citizen attached to this project must understand that tomorrow's victories are built on today's efforts. Let us remain united, mobilized, and true to the values that have allowed us to overcome so many obstacles.
My appointment to the National Assembly is not an arrival. It is a new beginning, a greater responsibility, and a renewed commitment to serving the Senegalese people exclusively. I will carry your trust with humility, loyalty, and determination.
Thank you for your prayers, your affection, and your trust. Together, let us continue to write this beautiful chapter of our shared history with faith, courage, and hope.
Long live Senegal!
Long live Pastef!
And may God guide each of our steps in the service of the Nation.
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