Senegal Votes in Crucial Parliamentary Elections Amid Economic Challenges

Senegalese citizens head to the polls to elect lawmakers, with President Faye seeking a majority to implement reforms amid rising economic issues.

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Senegal votes as President Faye eyes parliamentary majority to push reforms

Al Jazeera

Senegal votes in election that will decide if president can carry out the reforms he promised

Associated Press

Senegal Votes in Election That Will Decide If President Can Carry out the Reforms he Promised

Newsmax

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Polls have opened in Senegal for a parliamentary election, crucial for President Bassirou Diomaye Faye to obtain a majority. With over 7 million voters, the election aims to fill 165 National Assembly seats after Faye dissolved the opposition-led parliament. Facing high inflation and unemployment, the youth populace hopes for economic reforms. The ruling PASTEF party is projected to perform well, influenced by previous electoral outcomes. Sporadic violence marred the election campaign as tensions rise among rival parties, while the opposition presents a significant challenge.

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