Senegal’s constitutional evolution: what the reform entails

The Senegalese Parliament has formally approved the proposed constitutional amendment bill, a significant legislative initiative championed by Pastef. However, the journey for this crucial text is not yet complete. The President of the Republic has opted for a national referendum, allowing citizens to cast their votes on its final ratification. What are the pivotal alterations being introduced through this reform? And what are the primary reasons behind the ongoing debate and opposition surrounding its provisions? We delve into an in-depth examination of these key questions.