Senegal pm ousmane sonko meets archbishop ahead of popenguine pilgrimage

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The Prime Minister of Senegal, Ousmane Sonko, paid a courtesy call this afternoon to His Grace André Guéye, Archbishop of Dakar, just days before the annual Popenguine Marian pilgrimage.

Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko seated with Archbishop André Guéye

The meeting unfolded in a warm and welcoming atmosphere, fostering heartfelt exchanges centered on themes of peace, social cohesion and national unity in Senegal.

Close-up of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and Archbishop André Guéye during discussions

During the visit, Archbishop André Guéye offered prayers for a stable, peaceful and prosperous Senegal, as the country prepares for the highly anticipated religious gathering that annually draws thousands of Catholic pilgrims to Popenguine.

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