Senegal's Presidential Election

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
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.

Key Points

  • President Sall committed to leaving office before the end of his mandate
  • Senegal's Constitutional Court ordered the government to set a new election date as soon as possible

Pros

  • President Sall commits to holding elections before the rainy season
  • Focus on fostering trust among the population and political actors through national dialogue

Cons

  • 16 candidates refuse to participate in the dialogue
  • Disputes over the election have led to a political crisis