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Macky Sall‘s Participation in Mo Ibrahim Governance Weekend Confirmed Amidst False Claims
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Reports that former Senegalese President Macky Sall was sidelined during the Mo Ibrahim Governance Weekend in Marrakech, Morocco, are false. Sall actively participated in the event, delivering a speech during the “Mission 300” session on june 3, 2025, and engaging in other key discussions. The Mo ibrahim Foundation has confirmed his involvement, dismissing claims that he was not authorized to intervene.
Debunking the False Claims
An article published on May 31, 2025, falsely alleged that Sall was present at the Ibrahim Governance Weekend but was conspicuously absent from public discussions. This article, along with related social media posts, suggested a intentional attempt to silence the former president. However, these claims have been thoroughly debunked.
Pescheck, a fact-checking organization, investigated the allegations and found them to be untrue.A Google search using keywords “Macky Sall Mo Ibrahim Week End, intervention” led to articles confirming Sall’s participation and his advocacy for universal access to electricity for 600 million Africans. The International Energy Agency reports that Sub-Saharan Africa has the lowest electricity access rate in the world, with nearly 50% of the population lacking access in 2023.
Confirmation from Macky Sall and the Mo Ibrahim foundation
Macky Sall himself confirmed his participation on his X account (formerly Twitter). Will King, the director of international development and sustainability at the Mo ibrahim Foundation, stated that Sall was present for the duration of the event and actively participated in various key events, including the debate on the report on Africa, the meeting of the high-level Africa-Europe group, and the Mission 300 meeting.
Did You Know? The Mo Ibrahim Foundation was established in 2006 to promote good governance and extraordinary leadership in Africa.
The Mo Ibrahim Foundation and it’s Mission
The Mo Ibrahim Foundation is dedicated to fostering good governance and strong leadership in Africa. The
