Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye announced plans to create his own political party on Friday, addressing over 300 mayors from his coalition at the Presidential Palace. This move formalizes a months-long separation from Ousmane Sonko and the Pastef party. The announcement comes amid a recently approved constitutional reform that may prevent the president from leading a political party directly. Faye’s decision indicates a strategic repositioning within Senegal's political landscape. The formation of a new party allows Faye to establish independent political authority. Observers suggest this split stems from internal disagreements and a desire for greater autonomy. The constitutional change adds another layer of complexity to the future of political alliances in the country.