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Senegal Elections: Anti-Establishment Candidate Leading in Presidential Race

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In Senegal, the presidential election is heating up as results come in favoring the anti-establishment candidate, Bassirou Diomaye Faye. Despite attempts to delay the elections by outgoing President Macky Sall, Faye seems to be on track for a significant win. The ruling party's candidate, Amadou Ba, has not yet conceded, adding tension to the race. Senegal's international bonds have already seen a decline as Faye takes the lead, signaling potential changes in the country's political landscape.

As the opposition leader Faye gains momentum, local media reports suggest that an outright victory in the first round is possible. His supporters are jubilant, expecting a shift in leadership following Sunday's election. Amadou Ba, the ruling coalition candidate, has taken the step to call Faye and concede defeat, a move acknowledging the shifting tides in Senegal's political sphere.

The buzz around the elections centers on Bassirou Diomaye Faye, with many wondering about the potential changes his leadership could bring. Faye's camp is already claiming victory, setting the stage for a new era in Senegalese politics. The official declaration is awaited, but the excitement and anticipation among the populace are palpable.

In a surprising turn, Senegal's presidential race seems poised for a significant transformation with the rise of an unexpected candidate. The concession of defeat by the ruling coalition's Ba adds to the intrigue, hinting at a peaceful transfer of power in the country. The spotlight remains on Faye as he garners support and momentum towards what could be a standout moment in Senegal's political history.

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Vote count continues in Senegal's presidential election (FRANCE 24)

Senegal's anti-establishment candidate Bassirou Diomaye Faye appeared early Monday to be closing in on victory in a presidential poll that follows several ...

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Senegal opposition's Faye leads early presidential election results (Reuters)

Early results in Senegal's presidential election suggest opposition candidate Bassirou Diomaye Faye may have clinched an outright majority, though his rival ...

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Vote Counting Underway in Senegal Presidential Election (Voice of America)

Attempt to delay the elections by outgoing President Macky Sall plunged the country into a political crisis.

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Early results have radical change candidate ahead in Senegal ... (The Guardian)

Bassirou Diomaye Faye leads Amadou Ba, the candidate for the ruling party who has refused to concede, in the presidential vote.

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Senegal eurobonds fall as opposition candidate Faye takes early ... (Reuters India)

Senegal's international bonds fell on Monday, as opposition candidate Bassirou Diomaye Faye took a lead in early presidential election results, ...

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Senegal election results: Opposition's Bassirou Diomaye Faye leads ... (BBC News)

Opposition leader Bassirou Diomaye Faye is leading the race in Senegal's presidential election, according to local media. Several of the 17 candidates have ...

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Senegal election: Bassirou Diomaye Faye's camp claims victory (The Africa Report)

A victory in the first round appears likely for the opposition candidate, with several contenders acknowledging his win following Sunday's election.

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Senegal election results: Who is Diomaye Faye, tipped to be next ... (Aljazeera.com)

Early results from Sunday's presidential elections in Senegal show opposition candidate Bassirou Diomaye Faye is in the lead, prompting his supporters to ...

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Senegal ruling coalition candidate Ba calls Faye to concede defeat (Reuters.com)

Senegal's ruling coalition candidate Amadou Ba has called his rival, opposition candidate Bassirou Diomaye Faye, to concede defeat in Sunday's presidential ...

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Senegal: Ruling coalition candidate Amadou Ba concedes defeat in ... (Africanews English)

"Considering the trends of the presidential election results and awaiting the official declaration, I congratulate the president Bassirou Diomaye Diakhar ...

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Senegal election result: Bassirou Diomaye Faye to become Africa's ... (BBC News)

Months in jail alongside ally and kingmaker Ousmane Sonko ended suddenly, with the pair released the week before the presidential election. Now Mr Clean, as ...

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Senegal's ruling coalition presidential hopeful recognises opposition ... (FRANCE 24)

Senegal's governing coalition candidate Amadou Ba on Monday recognised a win by anti-establishment candidate Bassirou Diomaye Faye in the first-round of ...

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From prison to palace: Faye's road to Senegal's presidency (Reuters India)

Just a few months ago, the man set to be Senegal's next president, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, was sitting in a prison cell, a relatively unknown figure outside ...

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Opposition candidate poised for triumph in Senegal's presidential race (Financial Times)

Ruling party rival concedes defeat as preliminary results point to big win for Bassirou Diomaye Faye.

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Senegal's former PM Ba concedes defeat in presidential election (Aljazeera.com)

Ruling coalition candidate Amadou Ba congratulates Bassirou Diomaye Faye for first-round victory.

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Senegal election result: Opposition's Bassirou Diomaye Faye set to ... (BBC News)

Ruling coalition candidate Amadou Ba calls Bassirou Diomaye Faye to congratulate him on his victory.

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Senegal Opposition's Faye Set to Become President After Rival ... (Voice of America)

Supporters of Senegalese presidential candidate Bassirou Diomaye Faye celebrate early results showing that Faye is leading initial presidential election tallies ...

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Bassirou Diomaye Faye set to become Senegal's next president ... (Africanews English)

Opposition candidate Bassirou Diomaye Faye is set to become Senegal's next president after provisional results showed the 44-year-old was headed for a huge ...

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Senegal: Macky Sall's reputation is dented, but the former president ... (The Conversation CA)

With the conduct of the 24 March elections, Senegal's President Macky Sall appears to have saved his legacy.

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In Senegal, Bassirou Diomaye Faye's win shows that change comes ... (Atlantic Council)

The West African country has shown that its reputation as a democratic bastion in its region remains strong.

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From prison to palace: Bassirou Diomaye Faye's road to Senegal's ... (The East African)

Senegal's president-elect Bassirou Diomaye Faye speaks during a press conference in Dakar, Senegal on March 25, 2024. PHOTO | REUTERS. Advertisement.

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Poised to become Senegal's next President, Diomaye Faye vows to ... (Africanews English)

Little-known, 44-year-old opposition leader Bassirou Diomaye Faye was congratulated Monday (Mar. 25) by Senegal's incumbent president Macky Sall.

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Senegal's little-known opposition leader Bassirou Diomaye Faye ... (FRANCE 24)

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 ...

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Senegal's opposition candidate Faye takes early lead in presidential ... (Anadolu Agency)

Preliminary results shows Bassirou Diomaye Faye leading with 56.7% of vote, followed by his main rival Amadou Ba of ruling coalition, who receives 31% ...

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From prison to palace: Bassirou Diomaye Faye's road to Senegal's ... (The East African)

Senegal's president-elect Bassirou Diomaye Faye speaks during a press conference in Dakar, Senegal on March 25, 2024. PHOTO | REUTERS. Advertisement.

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Senegal ex-president Macky Sall reputation is dented, but he did a ... (The East African)

Sall strengthened the regional airport hubs of the country and spearheaded the reconstruction of five regional airports within Senegal.

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Senegal's president-elect Faye pledges to govern with humility ... (Anadolu Agency)

'In electing me, the Senegalese people have chosen to break with the past,' says Bassirou Diomaye Faye - Anadolu Ajansฤฑ.

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Senegal's president-elect Faye vows to govern with humility (CNBCAfrica.com)

DAKAR, March 25 (Reuters) โ€“ Senegal opposition presidential candidate Bassirou Diomaye Faye, a political newcomer popular among disaffected youth, ...

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Senegal ex-president Macky Sall reputation is dented, but he did a ... (The East African)

Sall strengthened the regional airport hubs of the country and spearheaded the reconstruction of five regional airports within Senegal.

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Little-known opposition leader in Senegal is named the next president (NPR)

Senegal's president elect, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, was elected by a landslide, only weeks after leaving prison. He is now set to be one of Africa's youngest ...

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