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Senelec workers plan 72-hour strike amid compensation demands
Senelec workers, represented by SUTELEC, will strike from October 21 to 23 to protest working conditions and demand better compensation, risking power supply disruptions.
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The story so far as of 21 October 2026
On 19 October, SUTELEC announced a 72-hour strike from 21 to 23 October to protest working conditions and demand better compensation. On 20 October, Senelec's Director General, Papa Toby Gaye, acknowledged the strike threat and called for dialogue. On 21 October, the Governor of Dakar, Ousmane Kane, requisitioned certain Senelec agents to ensure continuous power supply during the strike, aiming to mitigate its impact on essential services.
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Governor requisitions Senelec agents amid strike
Impact Energy consumers in Dakar will experience reduced disruption due to the requisition of Senelec agents during the strike.
Sources: PressAfrik ↗, le Soleil ↗, Senenews ↗
- Disruption
Senelec faces 72-hour strike threat from SUTELEC
Impact Energy consumers face potential disruptions as Senelec workers plan a 72-hour strike.
Sources: Senenews ↗, seneweb.com ↗
- Disruption
Senelec workers plan 72-hour strike from October 21
Impact Energy-dependent businesses face potential disruptions due to the planned Senelec strike.
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