Over the weekend, Ousmane Sonko, the prominent leader of Pastef, addressed a large gathering of party activists at the movement’s headquarters. The event marked the conclusion of an intensive campaign to sell membership cards, which drew substantial participation from grassroots supporters.

The initiative proved highly successful, with proceeds from the card sales exceeding 160 million FCFA. Sonko highlighted the remarkable enthusiasm and commitment demonstrated by activists throughout the drive.

Uniting under a shared vision

During his address, Sonko praised the collective energy of Pastef’s membership base, emphasizing the party’s growing influence. In a statement delivered in Wolof, he declared, « Dolé gi Pastef am, Pastef sax xamuko. », a phrase underscoring the party’s resilience and potential to shape the nation’s future.