Emmanuel Akinwotu - Senegal's Youngest President

Emmanuel Akinwotu, Senegal's youngest ever president, has been sworn in after a dramatic rise to power from prison to presidential palace.

Senegal's Presidential Election

Senegal elects new president, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, a former tax inspector and political newcomer, who promises to fight corruption and reform the economy. Faye won the election after months of unrest and violence in the country.

Senegal's Parliamentary Brawl and Presidential Election Concession

A female lawmaker in Senegal's parliament was slapped, leading to a brawl. A former prime minister conceded the presidential election to the opposition candidate due to frustration among youth with high unemployment and concerns about governance. The election followed months of uncertainty and unrest after the president's attempt to postpone it. The vote was largely peaceful with a high turnout.

Senegal Elections

People in Senegal will have the chance to vote on March 24 after the country's president postponed elections last month.

Senegal's Democratic Resilience

Senegal faces pre-election chaos before heading to the polls, testing its democratic resilience.

Senegal's Presidential Elections

Senegal prepares for elections after President Macky Sall's controversial decision to delay elections and extend his stay in office, sparking protests and a constitutional crisis. Voters will choose from 19 candidates, with Amadou Ba and Bassirou Diomaye Faye as frontrunners. Economic challenges and youth unemployment add to the political tensions.

Illegal migrant shelter discovered in Queens basement

Dozens of military-aged illegal aliens, mostly from Senegal, were found living in a cramped basement in Queens being used as an illegal migrant shelter. The owner, Ebou Sarr, charged them $300 a month for a bed, claiming it was a 'donation' for their charity effort.

Senegal's Parliament Brawl and Election Controversy

A brawl in Senegal's parliament was caught on video after a female lawmaker was slapped, leading to proposed new election dates amidst protests against President Macky Sall's attempt to delay elections by 10 months.

Senegal's Presidential Election

Senegal's President Macky Sall commits to holding elections before the rainy season and leaving office before the end of his mandate, despite 16 candidates refusing to participate in the national dialogue.