Bassirou Diomaye Faye, a name that was relatively unknown outside of Senegal just a year ago, has recently emerged as the winner of the presidential elections in Senegal. His victory comes during a time of significant challenges and extraordinary circumstances in Senegalese politics. After spending months in jail alongside his ally and kingmaker, Ousmane Sonko, […]
Senegal is once again witnessing widespread protests as supporters of Ousmane Sonko, the main opposition leader and critic of President Macky Sall, take to the streets following a controversial verdict in a rape case against the politician. The case, which Sonko claims is politically motivated to hinder his candidacy in the upcoming 2024 presidential elections, has resulted […]
On April 4, Senegal celebrated its 63rd year of independence against a backdrop of rising political tensions. Widely considered one of West Africa’s most stable democracies, Senegal has faced growing unrest over fears that President Macky Sall may try to run for a third term in 2024, a concern he has refused to address. Senegal’s […]
Navanti’s data collection and analysis are based on networks of on-the-ground researchers from all walks of life: journalists, academics, and humanitarian workers, to name a few. Our analysts also keep abreast of open source reports to inform their work. Below, these analysts have summarized and contextualized the most important pieces they have read and listened […]
Navanti’s data collection and analysis are based on networks of on-the-ground researchers from all walks of life: journalists, academics, and humanitarian workers, to name a few. Our analysts also keep abreast of open source reports to inform their work. Below, these analysts have summarized and contextualized the most important pieces they have read and listened […]