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Senegal's Youngest President Faye Vows Systemic Change, Sovereignty

Senegal's left-wing pan-Africanist Bassirou Diomaye Faye was sworn in on Tuesday as the country's youngest president, pledging systemic change, greater sovereignty and calm after years of deadly turmoil.

International Business Times · Apr 2, 2024

Senegal Inaugurates New President Bassirou Diomaye Faye

Bassirou Diomaye Faye's inauguration as Senegal's new president marks a significant milestone in the country's political landscape, reflecting a triumph fo...

From prisoner to president in 20 days, Senegal’s Diomaye Faye takes office

As the 44-year-old is sworn in after a crucial election, we chart the road to victory for Africa’s youngest leader.

Al Jazeera · Apr 2, 2024

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Senegal's new 'serious and ambitious' leader Faye celebrated in his native village

As Senegal prepares for the inauguration of president Bassirou Diomaye Faye this Tuesday, his native village of Ndiaganiao has already begun celebrating. RFI's correspondent met with his father and inhabitants in the region of Mbour, one hundred kilometres to the west of the capital.

Radio France Internationale · Apr 2, 2024

Senegal: Economic sovereignty dominates President-elect Faye's agenda

As Senegal's President-elect Bassirou Diomaye Faye is sworn in this Tuesday, we focus on the major economic challenges facing the country. In a bid to lower Senegal's 20 percent unemployment rate, the anti-establishment leader is pushing for measures that will boost job creation and lower the cost of living. Among…

France 24 · Apr 2, 2024

Watch: Spanish police's alleged violent arrest of two Black men sparks anger

IN THE PRESS – Tuesday, April 2: Senegal's newly elected leader Bassirou Diomaye Faye is set to be sworn in. Mediapart, the French investigative website, wonders about the future of women's rights in Senegal with a polygamist president. Also: a video of two unarmed Black men apparently being punched and…

France 24 · Apr 2, 2024

Bassirou Diomaye Faye sworn in as Senegal's new president

Senegal inaugurated Bassirou Diomaye Faye as its new president on Tuesday, completing the previously little-known opposition figure's dramatic ascent from prison to the palace in recent weeks.

France 24 · Apr 2, 2024

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Two First Ladies At Presidential Palace In A Senegal First

In the closing moments of the electoral campaign, Senegal's president-elect Bassirou Diomaye Faye stepped onto the stage holding the hands of both his wives Marie and Absa.

International Business Times · Apr 1, 2024

Bassirou Diomaye Faye, From Prison To President Of Senegal

Propelled to power from humble roots despite never holding national elected office, Senegal's president-elect Bassirou Diomaye Faye defied the odds by promising radical change and being guided by a charismatic mentor.

International Business Times · Mar 31, 2024

Major Challenges Lie Ahead For Senegal's Next President

When Bassirou Diomaye Faye is sworn in on Tuesday after winning Senegal's presidential election on a wave of change, the challenges he faces seem as tough as the expectations are high.

International Business Times · Mar 31, 2024

Senegal’s fishermen pin hopes on new president to help them fill their nets

As foreign boats and illegal trawlers lower fish stocks, local fishers want Diomaye Faye’s government to bring change.

Al Jazeera · Mar 30, 2024

Senegal’s top court confirms Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s election victory

The 44-year-old will be inaugurated to replace Macky Sall, who ruled the West African nation for 12 years.

Al Jazeera · Mar 29, 2024

Senegal top court confirms Bassirou Diomaye Faye's election victory

Senegal's Constitutional Council on Friday confirmed the presidential election victory of opposition candidate Bassirou Diomaye Faye, paving the way for his inauguration as the country's fifth president.

France 24 · Mar 29, 2024

Change afoot for Senegal as Bassirou Diomaye Faye readies for power

Five days after Senegal's landmark presidential vote, elected leader Bassirou Diomaye Faye is getting ready for a swift transition – promising to overhaul the way the country is run.

Radio France Internationale · Mar 29, 2024

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Radio France Internationale · Mar 28, 2024

Results confirm Faye's large win in Senegal presidential elections

Anti-establishment figure Bassirou Diomaye Faye has comfortably won the Senegalese presidential election with 54.28 percent of votes in the first round, official provisional results have shown.

Al Jazeera · Mar 27, 2024

Senegal opposition candidate Faye won 54 percent in presidential vote

The full provisional results are expected to be confirmed by the Constitutional Council in the coming days.

International Business Times · Mar 27, 2024

Senegal Results Show Large Win For Opponent Faye In Presidential Poll

Anti-establishment figure Bassirou Diomaye Faye has comfortably won the Senegalese presidential election with 54.28 percent of votes in the first round, official provisional results showed Wednesday.

Senegal's Youth Seek Jobs, Investors Cautious Of Radical Ideas

Senegal's crucial election approaching, with focus on economy, job creation, and youth unemployment. Investors seek stability.

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The Guardian - UK · Mar 27, 2024

‘We are finally free’: Senegal hails new anti-establishment president

Bassirou Diomaye Faye promises to overhaul democracy in west African country blighted by corruption

Al Jazeera · Mar 26, 2024

What’s next for Senegal under likely President Bassirou Diomaye Faye?

Faye promises to review the West African nation’s mining contracts and ties with key nations.

International Business Times · Mar 26, 2024

'Hell And Hope': How Anti-system Newcomer Won Senegal's Presidency

Hunched in his market workshop in a northern Dakar suburb, Cheikh Lo recounted why he had pinned all his hopes on Senegal's anti-establishment president elect Bassirou Diomaye Faye.

Senegal Elects New President Bassirou Diomaye Faye

Senegal's new president, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, promises anti-corruption measures and economic reforms, ushering in a new era of governance.

Radio France Internationale · Mar 26, 2024

From prisoner to president: Bassirou Diomaye Faye to become Senegal’s youngest leader

Only two weeks ago, Bassirou Diomaye Faye was sitting in a prison cell. Faye was arrested almost a year ago for “spreading false news, contempt of court, and defamation of a constituted body". He is now set to be inaugurated as Senegal's president.

France 24 · Mar 26, 2024

Senegal's opposition leader Bassirou Diomaye Faye set to become president

Senegal’s little-known, 44-year-old opposition leader Bassirou Diomaye Faye was named the country's next president on Monday, less than two weeks after being released from prison to run in the election.

International Business Times · Mar 25, 2024

What Will Change With Bassirou Diomaye Faye At Senegal Helm?

At the age of 44, Bassirou Diomaye Faye is to become Senegal's fifth and also youngest president after the opposition candidate's main rival Amadou Ba conceded defeat after Sunday's first round vote.

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