The international community has, predictably, focused on the Franco-Senegalese bilateral drama—the base withdrawals, the contract reviews, the rhetorical volleys between Dakar and Paris. These are worth tracking. But the more consequential story is the quieter one: whether Senegal's internal democratic institutions survive the government whose resilience helped bring it to power.
Read MoreIn recent months, Senegal has found itself at the center of growing debates over LGBTQ rights as rising homophobia and stricter laws reshape the nation’s social and legal landscape. Building on past legislation, a 2026 bill to increase penalties for queer individuals has been met with strong public and political support. Still, critics warn that these developments conflict with Senegal’s international human rights commitments and risk legitimizing discrimination.
Read MoreA delay in Senegal’s 2024 presidential elections sparked fear and unrest in the democratic West African country, but the nation’s system has been quick to uphold its democratic integrity.
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