Dialogue national : La société civile valide le format de proximité mais exige une inclusion « sans filtre »
Meeting this Monday, May 18, 2026 in Dakar to analyze the draft laws proposed by President Diomaye Faye, the consortium of civil society organizations (Cosce) took the opportunity to welcome the new format of the national dialogue day.
Reorganized due to its coincidence with Tabaski, this year's consultation will take a direct approach. Indeed, the President of the Republic has decided to hold a series of "direct" consultations with prominent figures and representatives of key sectors of the nation, from May 21st to 31st, 2026.
The Cosce, which welcomes this initiative, says it "takes note" of this choice, dictated by the Head of State's desire to reconcile the need for republican dialogue with respect for the spiritual imperatives linked to the celebration of Tabaski. Moreover, according to Moundiaye Cissé and his colleagues, "this more flexible and innovative approach responds to a persistent call from civil society advocating for more accessible spaces for exchange, more focused on listening to citizens."
However, the consortium strongly recommends that these consultations be organised in a truly inclusive, participatory and unfiltered format, so that all political, social, economic, religious, cultural and community sensitivities can freely take part in the discussions.
Civil society believes, in fact, that the national discourse cannot be limited exclusively to the institutional or electoral reforms under consideration. "It must also incorporate the real and daily concerns of Senegalese men and women, including the economic situation and the burden of public debt, the transparency of public finances, social tensions, issues related to youth employment, the cost of living, access to basic social services, challenges related to education, health and social justice, as well as all issues likely to sustainably strengthen social peace, living together and national cohesion," the consortium explains in a joint statement.
Cosce advocates for unfiltered inclusion: from former PMs to "Jakartamen"
For this dialogue process to be a complete success, the consortium insists on the imperative of absolute inclusivity. It calls for a space for discussion where all perspectives will have a voice.
Thus, he recommends that these national consultations include: "former presidents of the National Assembly, religious and customary authorities, community leaders, women's organizations, youth organizations, associations of people living with disabilities, cultural and artistic actors, intellectual academics, trade unions, media actors, professional organizations, traders, informal sector workers, including Jakartamen and street vendors."
Civil society also calls on the opposition to respond "favorably to this consultation initiative launched by the Head of State." It further reaffirms "its willingness to support any sincere dynamic of dialogue, mediation, and consultation aimed at preserving the stability of Senegal, strengthening trust between those who govern and those who are governed, and consolidating the democratic foundations of our country."
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