Senegalese president Bassirou Diomaye Faye has unveiled a new political party, formalising his break with former ally Ousmane Sonko and reshaping the country's political landscape ahead of key elections, slated for 2029.


Senegal’s Faye launches a new party, formalising his split with Sonko

The speaker of Senegal's parliament, Ousmane Sonko, a powerful mentor-turned-rival to president Bassirou Diomaye Faye, won re-election as head of their party amid a political crisis sparked by their falling-out.


Senegal's Political Impasse Deepens as Ousted PM is Re-elected Pastef Party Head

Tensions are high in Senegal after angry citizens turned to the streets to express their anger against the postponed polls. On Saturday President Macky Sall announced an indefinite delay of Elections that would due to take place on February 25th. Watch to know more!

Political crisis in Senegal: Clashes reported between protesters and police officials in Dakar

Sporadic demonstrations broke out on Monday (July 31) across Senegal’s capital after opposition leader Ousmane Sonko was charged with fomenting insurrection and detained.

Clashes erupt in Senegal after opposition leader Ousmane Sonko charged and detained

Clashes erupted in Senegalese capital of Dakar shortly after Opposition leader Ousmane Sonko was sentenced to two years in prison on Thursday, on the charges of corruption. The youth protesters set a car alight and threw rocks at the police who responded with tear gas on the supporters.

Senegal Violence: Nine killed as riots break out in Senegal's capital Dakar

Senegal: Riots break out in Dakar, violence erupts at central university campus

A Senegal court, on Thursday (June 1), sentenced opposition leader Ousmane Sonko to two years in prison for “corrupting youth.” Meanwhile, he was acquitted of rape and death threat charges in the same case, which may affect the presidential aspirant’s chances of running in the elections next year.

Senegal opposition leader Ousmane Sonko sentenced to two years in prison, verdict sparks protests

Senegalese opposition leader Ousmane Sonko has been charged with rape on Monday but was released on bail under judicial supervision. Sonko's arrest has sparked violent protests across the country.

Senegal: Oppn leader Sonko indicted, released on bail

Opposition leader Ousmane Sonko's arrest has led to clashes in Africa's Senegal. Also, Sonoko has denied all the rape allegations as well. Clashes between police and students also have been reported.

Africa:  Ousmane Sonko's arrest leads to clashes in Senegal

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