Pro-Sonko Manifestations in Casamance: Quai d’Orsay Alert to French Nationals in Senegal

The French government takes the very tense situation in Senegal, particularly in Casamance (South of the country), very seriously. The Quai d’Orsay has just sent an e-mail alert to all French citizens living in or passing through Senegal.

« In the current context of tensions surrounding the Sonko case, demonstrations are underway in the Casamance region, and could continue in the coming days.

French residents and visitors are called upon to limit travel in the region as much as possible, to follow developments in the situation with the greatest attention and to regularly consult the recommendations of travel advice, » warned the crisis and support centre of the French Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs.