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The Intelligence: when Sall tempted Faye
Mar 26, 2024
Bassirou Diomaye Faye's surprising victory in Senegal's election despite opposition. Istanbul's mayoral campaigns focus on earthquake preparedness. Gene mutation affecting weight in dogs. Exploring weight control research in labs and humans.
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- Senegal's election of an anti-establishment leader demonstrates democratic resilience against authoritarian tactics.
- Structural vulnerabilities in Istanbul pose challenges for earthquake preparedness amidst economic obstacles.
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Political Landscape of Senegal: Emergence of a Young President
Senegal, a democratic enclave with no history of military coups, made waves by electing a 44-year-old opposition leader, Basirou Djumme Fay, as its president in a hotly contested election. Despite attempts by the incumbent President Macky Sall to delay the elections, Fay's victory signifies a new chapter for the country's democracy, showing resilience against authoritarian tactics and concerns of backsliding in the region.
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