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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
Niger President Mohamed Bazoum was removed from power in a military coup late Wednesday night. The President was detained by his own guards, and the soldiers wasted no time in announcing their takeover on national television. The coup leaders made it clear that “all institutions” in Niger would be suspended, borders closed, and a curfew […]
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 […]