Months of tensions between President Macky Sall and his former ally, Khalifa Sall, are rattling the political cage in Senegal. But hold on—don’t let the headlines fool you. Media giants like CNN and BBC are busy spinning this into a tale of “democratic drama” while conveniently glossing over the fact that this isn’t just a political fallout; it’s a power struggle that’s likely to reshape the political landscape for years to come.

Why is the establishment so eager to package this conflict as a heart-wrenching saga of betrayal and redemption? It feeds the narrative that we’re witnessing a return to “real” democracy, but let’s be honest—this is about control, manipulation, and a desperate bid for survival in a politically precarious environment.

While outlets like Al Jazeera emphasize the “historic” nature of this split, they’re missing the bigger picture. The reality is that political splits often result in chaos, not reform. The question is whether this separation will empower the people or simply lead to a new round of elite backroom deals.

And let’s not ignore the social media circus, where influencers and wannabe pundits have taken to Twitter, cheering on their respective sides. All the while, the average Senegalese citizen is left grappling with the fallout of a game they didn’t sign up to play. In this age of manipulated narratives, critical thinking is the rarest form of currency.

So, here’s a thought: instead of swallowing the corporate media’s spin, let’s question who benefits from all this chaos. Spoiler alert: it’s rarely the people.