The director-general of Senegal’s public broadcaster, Radiodiffusion Télévision Sénégalaise (RTS), Papé Alé Niang, is facing a defamation lawsuit brought by several union representatives. The case opened today, June 25th, at the Dakar Criminal Court, following a complaint filed by Niang. Those accused include Youssouf Kaba, Mama Moussa Niang, El Hadji Thierno Dramé, Alioune Badara Kane, and Abibou Mbaye. RTS staff have expressed regret over the legal action, calling for support from media stakeholders. Unions view the lawsuit as an intimidation tactic that threatens freedom of expression and union activities within public media. The hearing is expected to reveal arguments from all parties involved, drawing significant attention from the Senegalese media landscape.