This new mechanism empowers deputies to meticulously verify the efficient and transparent utilization of public funds.
A significant legislative reform has recently been implemented within Senegal’s parliamentary system. The National Assembly officially inaugurated the Public Policy Evaluation Committee (CEPP) on Friday, August 26, 2026. This landmark institution finally delivers on a commitment stemming from the 2016 constitutional review, marking a pivotal moment for enhanced transparency and robust governance across the nation.
Far from being just another parliamentary body, the CEPP holds a crucial mandate: to meticulously analyze the tangible impact of state investments on the daily lives of Senegalese citizens. This new entity is tasked with structuring, conducting, and monitoring the comprehensive evaluation of public policies. Its establishment will enable deputies to scrutinize how public finances are allocated and spent, ensuring both effectiveness and transparency.
Parliamentarians will no longer merely cast votes on legislation; they will now possess a dedicated technical instrument to gauge the efficacy of governmental actions. To solidify its legitimacy, the CEPP’s composition draws from key figures across the Assembly, representing all political persuasions. Its members include the President of the National Assembly, the presidents of all parliamentary groups, the chairs of the 14 permanent commissions, the representative for non-affiliated deputies, and nine additional deputies appointed proportionally to the political forces present.
This inclusive structure is designed to uphold democratic balance, integrating both the majority and the opposition directly into the vital process of overseeing public administration.
Ousmane Sonko assumes leadership of the bureau
During its inaugural meeting, the CEPP bureau was elected to guide the committee’s initial undertakings. As anticipated, the presidency was unanimously entrusted to Ousmane Sonko, who currently serves as the President of the National Assembly. His leadership is expected to be instrumental in granting the committee the necessary authority to effectively engage with the Executive branch.
Assisting him will be Mohamed Sall, elected as the first vice-president, and Djimo Souaré, appointed as the second vice-president. The crucial administrative management and report drafting responsibilities will be handled by Béatrice Germaine Faye and Adama Diallo, serving as the first secretary and second secretary, respectively.
This pivotal vote ushers in a new era for Senegalese parliamentarism. The CEPP is now poised to swiftly outline its operational agenda. Citizens across the country will eagerly await the committee’s first evaluation reports, particularly focusing on critical sectors such as healthcare, education, and the national economy.
