Dakar governor requisitions SENELEC agents during strike
The governor of Dakar has ordered the requisition of specific SENELEC employees from October 21 to 23, 2026, to ensure electricity supply continuity.
The governor of Dakar, Ousmane Kane, issued an order on October 20, 2026, to requisition certain SENELEC agents from October 21 to 23, 2026. This measure follows a planned strike by the agents during those dates. The order, identified as N°00197 / GRD/SP/AS, aims to maintain essential electricity services and secure installations.
According to the decree, affected agents are required to report for duty and perform essential tasks to keep the service operational throughout the specified period. The Director General of SENELEC is responsible for notifying the requisitioned agents and implementing the governor's directive.
This action by the regional executive is intended to prevent disruptions to the electricity supply. The requisition covers agents listed in an annex to the official order, ensuring that critical functions are maintained despite the industrial action.
Why it mattersDakar residents are affected by potential electricity service disruptions due to the SENELEC agents' strike and the subsequent requisition.