Identity Card Expiring Soon: How to Avoid Losing Your Voting Rights

In Senegal, the first biometric ECOWAS identity cards issued in 2016 are expiring in October 2026, with renewal underway. These cards also function as voter identification, and their validity is crucial for registration or changes on electoral lists. The uncertain electoral calendar, with territorial elections scheduled for January 2027, makes timely renewal urgent to avoid issues during voting. Voters are advised not to delay renewing their cards.