With only hours to go before his keynote presentation at the United Nations for the position of Secretary-General, former Senegalese President Macky Sall is leveraging a transformative national record to convince the international community. A look back at twelve years of metamorphosis under the era of emergence.
A Legacy Carved in Concrete and Innovation
For over a decade, Macky Sall championed a clear vision: turning Senegal into an emerging nation. Through the Emerging Senegal Plan (PSE), the country underwent an infrastructural transformation unprecedented in its contemporary history.
The urban and interregional landscape was completely redesigned by ambitious, large-scale projects:
- Modern Mobility: The inauguration of the Regional Express Train (TER) and the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) has revolutionized mass transit.
- Global Connectivity: The Blaise Diagne International Airport (AIBD) and hundreds of miles of paved highways have opened the country to the world and connected previously isolated regions.
- Future Vision: The new urban hub of Diamniadio and the Abdoulaye Wade Stadium symbolize this commitment to modernity.
Beyond Infrastructure: Human Capital and Economy
Under Macky Sall’s leadership, economic growth was more than just a statistic; it translated into a massive reinforcement of essential social services. By doubling the country’s electricity production capacity, Senegal laid the groundwork for sustainable industrialization.
Access to clean water, education (through new universities), and healthcare were at the heart of an inclusive development policy. By linking regions with modern bridges and ports, President Sall created a solid economic grid, paving the way for strengthened regional integration.
From Dakar to New York: Carrying Africa’s Voice
A tireless builder and a staunch advocate for multilateralism, Macky Sall does not appear before the UN as a mere candidate, but as a statesman backed by unique on-the-ground experience.
« Macky Sall has elevated Senegal among the nations in full dynamic progress. Today, he seeks to bring this expertise to the service of international peace and cooperation. »
As Africa looks toward the future with hope, the stakes of this presentation go beyond simple diplomacy. It is about carrying a vision for a world that is fairer, more just, and more united.
Macky Sall: A leader for the Senegal of yesterday and today… and now, a candidate for the world of tomorrow.
