The electoral code reform is now in force following the promulgation of the text by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. Adopted by lawmakers, the revision more strictly regulates ineligibility rules by specifying grounds for exclusion, their duration, and avenues for appeal, with the stated aim of reducing recurring electoral disputes. Backed by the Pastef-led majority, it forms part of a broader wave of institutional reforms launched since the 2024 political transition.
