Following the end of his United Nations ambitions, Macky Sall is now actively challenging the current government in Senegal. Through his political party, the Alliance for the Republic (APR), Sall is directly criticizing the government's management and voicing support for trade unions planning a general strike from October 21st to 23rd, 2026. The APR deems the planned strike, fueled by demands for government accountability, as fully justified. The strike is anticipated to impact key sectors including education, health, and transportation across Senegal. The party contends the unrest demonstrates social tensions stemming from the government’s handling of relations with social partners, claiming it has weakened the economic fabric and increased job insecurity. The APR further accuses the authorities of abandoning a tradition of social dialogue and employing brutal policies.