When questioned about whether he would run in Senegal’s 2029 presidential election without exception, Ousmane Sonko, leader of the Pastef party, responded with measured caution. He emphasized that speculating about his candidacy at this stage is premature, noting that his political party will ultimately decide its candidate through its own internal processes. «We are not there yet,» he stated firmly.

Regarding potential speculation about his own 2029 ambitions, Sonko acknowledged the public discourse but insisted on focusing on the present. «There are many discussions about my candidacy in 2029, but I prefer to wait for the right moment. My party will back the candidate it deems fit,» he explained, underscoring the collective decision-making process within his movement.

On the possibility of President Bassirou Diomaye Faye seeking re-election, Sonko chose to avoid direct commentary. «He has his own path to follow, just as I have mine. I won’t dwell on the potential candidacy of the sitting president,» he remarked, deflecting further questions on the matter.