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The Ballot Didn't Tell the Whole Story in Africa's Year of Elections

Save for a few countries, the 15 major African elections in 2024 reinforce the idea that incumbent governments and parties will do anything to remain in power.

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January 7, 2025

Five Months After Elections, Senegalese Have High Hopes for Their President

Citizens say the country’s youngest president has been transparent and swift with his policies, but there are still important issues yet to be addressed.

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August 29, 2024

How Bassirou Diomaye Faye went from Detention to President-Elect at 44

After being confirmed, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, the former tax inspector will be the youngest president in the West African country's history.

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March 26, 2024

Senegal May Be on the Verge of Electing its Youngest President Ever

Bassirou Diomaye Faye, 44, is set to replace outgoing President Macky Sall, with early results placing him in position to win over 50 percent of the votes in Sunday’s election.

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March 25, 2024