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Senegal's Election Delay Sparks Nationwide Unrest

Violent protests have erupted in Senegal after the postponement of presidential elections, leading to clashes across the country and the first reported fatality. President Macky Sall's decision to delay the elections has sparked accusations of a "constitutional coup" from opposition leaders, with widespread concerns about the country's democratic reputation. The protests in Dakar and other areas have resulted in clashes with security forces, and the West African regional bloc Ecowas has called for urgent steps to restore the electoral calendar in line with the constitution.

via BBC.com|

#ecowas #election-postponement #politics

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"Senegal's Presidential Election Delay Sparks Crisis and Accusations of Constitutional Coup"

The United States expresses deep concern over the postponement of Senegal's presidential election and the reported use of force to remove parliamentarians who opposed the delay, urging the Senegalese government to proceed with the election in accordance with the Constitution and electoral laws. Additionally, the US calls for the restoration of full Internet access and the respect of freedoms of peaceful assembly and expression, including for the press, while committing to remain engaged with all parties and regional partners in the coming days.

via Department of State|

#democracy #election-postponement #human-rights

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"Senegal's Political Turmoil: Protests, Postponed Elections, and Parliamentary Blockades"

Riot police in Senegal fired teargas to disperse protesters outside the national assembly after President Macky Sall postponed the February elections to August, sparking accusations of attempting to extend his term illegally. The move has led to widespread unrest, with concerns over democratic stability and fears of violent protests. The African Union and other bodies have called for a new election date, while opposition parties have reacted with anger and vowed to challenge the postponement in court.

via The Guardian|

#election-postponement #politics #president-macky-sall

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Senegal's Political Turmoil: Protests Erupt as Presidential Election Postponed

Police in Senegal clashed with protesters after President Macky Sall indefinitely postponed the presidential election scheduled for February 25, leading to the arrest of a senior opposition figure and sparking international concern. The postponement has triggered protests and calls for swift new election dates from the European Union and the United States, with opposition members denouncing the decision as a democratic regression. The crisis is testing Senegal's stability as it faces political tensions and a surge in coups across the region.

via Al Jazeera English|

#election-postponement #opposition #police-crackdown

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"Senegal's Election Delay Sparks Protests and Internet Shutdown"

Senegal's President Macky Sall's decision to postpone the country's presidential election has sparked protests and arrests as opposition leaders reject the delay, leading to clashes with police and the arrest of prominent figures. The government's decision to cut off a private television channel's signal during live coverage of the protests has drawn condemnation from the Committee to Protect Journalists. The crisis has put Senegal's stable democracy to the test amid political tensions and a dispute over the disqualification of opposition leaders. Sall's announcement to postpone the election cited a dispute between the judiciary and lawmakers, but opposition leaders argue that he lacks the power to delay the vote.

via The Associated Press|

#democracy #election-postponement #opposition

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Senegal's President Macky Sall Delays Presidential Election Amid Controversy

Senegal's President Macky Sall has postponed the upcoming elections after complaints arose due to the exclusion of several candidates from the race. This move has sparked political tension, with opposition figures criticizing the decision and vowing to challenge it in court. The postponement is unprecedented in Senegal, a country known for its stability and democracy. President Sall has pledged to initiate a national dialogue to ensure a free, transparent, and inclusive election process.

via BBC.com|

#democracy #election-postponement #macky-sall