Ousmane Sonko
Profile
Ousmane Sonko is a Senegalese politician currently serving as the President of the National Assembly of Senegal since May 2026. Previously, he served as the Prime Minister of Senegal from April 2024 to May 2026 and as the Mayor of Ziguinchor. A former tax inspector, he founded the PASTEF party in 2014 and became a prominent opposition figure known for his anti-corruption stance, pan-Africanist views, and criticism of Senegal's economic dependence on France. His political career has been marked by significant legal challenges and widespread popular support.
Details
- Born
- 1974-07-15 · 51 years old
- Birth place
- Thiès, Senegal
- Education
- Gaston Berger University, National School of Administration (ENA) of Senegal, Cheikh Anta Diop University (UCAD), Higher Institute of Finance (ISF)
- Career
- Principal Tax and Domain Inspector, tax auditor, internal auditor at the Directorate of Internal Control, founder of the Autonomous Union of Tax and Domain Agents
