Senegal: an electoral reform to allow Sonko's candidacy in 2029

Author: AfricaNewsPublished on: April 29, 2026Country: Senegal

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Senegal: an electoral reform to allow Sonko's candidacy in 2029

The Senegalese National Assembly approved amendments to the electoral code allowing current Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko to run in the 2029 presidential election. The bill was passed with 128 votes in favor, 11 against, and two abstentions, despite opposition criticism. The law will now be sent to the President for promulgation.

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