Faye became the 5th President of Senegal in April 2024, as the General Secretary of the PASTEF political party. Hailing from Western Senegal, Faye’s traditional village upbringing deeply influenced his values and leadership style. After studying law in Dakar, he embarked on a career as a tax inspector in the Tax and Estates department. As President, Faye has committed to battling corruption and overhauling Senegal’s economy. A staunch advocate of left-wing Pan-Africanism, he is focused on reclaiming Senegal’s sovereignty and has vowed to end the “French economic stranglehold” on the country.