This new mechanism will empower deputies to verify the efficient and transparent use of public funds.
A significant legislative reform has just taken shape within the heart of Senegal’s parliamentary system. Yesterday, Friday, August 26, 2026, the National Assembly formally established the Committee for the Evaluation of Public Policies (CEPP). This new body finally delivers on a promise stemming from the 2016 constitutional revision, marking a historic step towards greater transparency and robust governance across the nation.
The CEPP is far more than just another committee within the halls of Parliament. Its strategic mission is to meticulously analyze the actual impact of state investments on the daily lives of Senegalese citizens. This institution is designed to structure, conduct, and monitor the rigorous evaluation of public policies. Through this mechanism, deputies will gain the tools to effectively verify that public money is utilized efficiently and with utmost transparency.
Parliamentarians will no longer simply vote on legislation; they will now possess a technical arm dedicated to measuring the effectiveness of government actions. To ensure its legitimacy and broad acceptance, the CEPP brings together key figures from across the National Assembly. Its composition reflects all political sensibilities present in the legislative body, including 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 designated proportionally to the political forces. This carefully structured composition guarantees a democratic balance, integrating both the majority and the opposition into the crucial process of public action oversight.
Ousmane Sonko takes the helm of the bureau
During the inaugural meeting, the CEPP’s executive bureau was elected to spearhead the committee’s initial undertakings. Unsurprisingly, the presidency was entrusted to Ousmane Sonko, who currently serves as the President of the National Assembly. His leadership will be pivotal in endowing the committee with the necessary authority to engage effectively with the Executive branch.
He will be supported by Mohamed Sall, elected as the first vice-president, and Djimo Souaré, appointed as the second vice-president. The 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 election ushers in a new era for Senegalese parliamentarism. The CEPP is expected to swiftly define its work schedule. Citizens will now anticipate the first evaluation reports concerning priority sectors such as health, education, and the economy.
