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New Senegalese president, Bassirou Diomaye Faye is urging "more solidarity" between African countries in the face of "security challenges", after his swearing-in in Diamniadio. "I reaffirm Senegal’s commitment to strengthening efforts for peace, security, stability and African integration,' he tells his countrymen and foreign dignitaries in speech after taking the oath of office. SOUNDBITE
Left-winger Bassirou Diomaye Faye is sworn as Senegal's youngest president after sweeping to a first-round victory on a pledge of radical reform 10 days after he was released from prison. IMAGES
Outgoing President Macky Sall casts his ballot with his wife in the central western town of Fatick as Senegalese people vote for a new president in an unpredictable race following three years of turmoil and political crisis. IMAGES
Senegal's ex-president Abdoulaye Wade (2000-2012) votes in Dakar, in the legislative elections that will be a test for incumbant president Macky Sall. The opposition hopes the outcome will force a coalition with President Macky Sall and curb any ambitions he may have for a third term. IMAGES
Senegalese President Macky Sall casts his vote in Fatick, 150km southeast of Dakar, as the country elects its parliament. The election is a test for the president to maintain loyalty, while the opposition hopes the results will force a coalition. Sixty-year-old Sall, who was elected in 2012 for seven years then re-elected in 2019 for another five, has been accused of wanting to break the two-term limit and run again in 2024. IMAGES
Supporters of Zambian President Lungu hold a rally in Lusaka during a tense presidential race, which has been marked by clashes between rival supporters. The presidential election will take place on Thursday. IMAGES.
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