Senegal’s Ruling Party Secures Strong Majority in Legislative Elections – Africa.com

Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s Pastef party won 130 out of 165 parliamentary seats in recent elections, strengthening his majority to push through legislative proposals. Faye aims to tackle Senegal’s fiscal crisis and negotiate with the IMF for a $1.9 billion program. Pastef’s victory is seen as boosting government legitimacy and fostering support from international partners.

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