UN: Senegal declines any involvement in a candidacy attributed to Macky Sall
The Permanent Mission of the Republic of Senegal to the African Union has provided clarifications regarding a supposed candidacy of former President Macky Sall for the post of Secretary General of the United Nations.
In a press release addressed to the African Union Commission, the Senegalese diplomatic representation indicates that it has taken note of a correspondence dated March 26, 2026 relating to a draft decision approving this candidacy.
A lack of membership from Senegal
The document specifies that, contrary to what this initiative might suggest, the government of Senegal “has not, at any stage, endorsed this candidacy”. He also adds that he was not associated with the process in question.
According to the same source, this initiative was undertaken by the government of Burundi, without involvement of the Senegalese authorities.
A clear official position
The Permanent Mission thus underlines that Senegal “cannot be considered as a stakeholder” in this process. This clarification aims to remove any ambiguity regarding Dakar’s official position on this issue.
The note is part of diplomatic exchanges between the Permanent Mission of Senegal and the African Union Commission, based in Addis Ababa. It concludes with the usual formulas, reaffirming the assurances of high consideration towards the continental institution.
Through this communication, the Senegalese authorities intend to clarify their position and dispel any confusion surrounding a possible candidacy supported by Senegal for the post of Secretary General of the UN.
Sheikh Gora DIOP
