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Pastef proposes special funds voted by Senegal’s Assembly

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Senegal’s Pastef parliamentary group says the government is blocking several bills, notably on healthcare in prisons and finance laws. It proposes replacing political funds with special funds subject to a vote by the National Assembly, to strengthen parliamentary oversight, according to 24heu.

Senegal’s Pastef parliamentary group has proposed replacing political funds with special funds subject to a vote by the National Assembly, according to 24heureinfo. The credits would be intended notably for arms operations and secret missions.

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Senegalese lawmakers are considering investigations into special funds and public management, while the opposition challenges investigations targeting Sonko.

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  1. 18 OctSenegal special funds inquiries await admissibility ruling
  2. 15 OctSenegalese opposition challenges inquiries targeting Sonko
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