Senegal’s women voters could make a miracle happen in presidential election

[ad_1] Popenguine-Ndayane is home to me. This small fishing village on the Atlantic coast some 100km (62 miles) from Senegal’s capital, Dakar, is a site of pilgrimage for the country’s Christian minority. For the past 135 years, pilgrims – including the...

Why are tax inspectors in the lead to become Senegal’s next president?

[ad_1] Dakar, Senegal – Trust and power seem to converge in the hands of tax inspectors in Senegal, as the country is ready to vote in a highly anticipated presidential election on Sunday. The political figures receiving the most attention...

What you need to know about Senegal’s elections

[ad_1] Senegal is gearing up for elections – something that was far from certain just a month ago. More than seven million people in the West African nation are registered to vote on Sunday to pick a successor to President...

What you need to know about Senegal’s delayed election

[ad_1] NewsFeedAfter months of political chaos, deadly protests and fears of a president trying to cling to power illegally, Senegal’s delayed election is due to go ahead this weekend. Here’s what you need to know.Published On 20 Mar 202420 Mar...

‘We want Sonko’: Senegal opposition boosted after leaders freed before vote

[ad_1] The release of firebrand Sonko and his right-hand man Faye could help opposition chances in the March 24 election to replace outgoing President Macky Sall.Celebrations broke out among Senegal’s opposition supporters after two of their top leaders were freed...

Tax inspectors to poultry boss: Senegal’s presidential candidates

[ad_1] Senegalese voters have a crowded field of 19 candidates to pick from when they vote this month to elect a new leader to replace President Macky Sall in a tight election whose delay sparked concerns for the future of...