Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR) – The much-touted “Le Projet,” envisioned as the blueprint for Pastef party’s policies in power, has hit a roadblock. Initially claimed to be ready for immediate execution upon gaining power, it is now revealed that the drafting phase has just commenced, with its real content still murky.

The new authorities, led by President Diomaye Faye and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, have seemingly misled the public. Promised as the cornerstone of Senegal’s development under the new government, the “Project” was devoid of any substantial content. Its editorial phase is now set to be completed by October 2024.

A recent press release from the third Cabinet meeting under President Faye’s tenure revealed that the “Project” will only materialize in the third quarter of 2024. Prime Minister Sonko confirmed that it will be uniquely Senegalese but failed to provide specifics on its content. The first phase of the multi-year action plan outlined in the “Project” is expected to be included in the 2025 budget bill.

The delay has raised questions about the legitimacy of the Pastef party’s promises and its ability to govern effectively. Despite this setback, the Emerging Senegal Plan (PSE) will remain the guiding policy until the “Project” is fully realized.

The “Project” aims to address various aspects of Senegalese society, including youth empowerment, education, entrepreneurship, justice reform, economic sovereignty, and national unity. President Faye has directed his government to work diligently to achieve these objectives, emphasizing the importance of a policy inspired by the “Senegal Systemic Transformation Project.”

However, with the drafting phase just commencing, there are growing concerns about the feasibility and impact of the “Project.” The government’s ability to deliver on its promises will be closely scrutinized as Senegal awaits the unveiling of its long-awaited policy framework.