The presidential election in Senegal has reached a pivotal moment as the country counts its votes after the first round. Four candidates, including the anti-system candidate Diomaye Faye, have already congratulated him on his apparent victory, even before any official announcement has been made.
According to reports from individual polling stations in the media and on social networks, Diomaye Faye appears to be leading Amadou Ba, the candidate of the current government. The results have been reported by radios and TVs across the country, with Diomaye Faye holding a significant advantage in most areas.
Supporters of Diomaye Faye are already celebrating at his campaign headquarters in Dakar, with processions of young people on motorbikes chanting slogans in support of his potential victory. On the other hand, Amadou Ba’s headquarters is subdued and quiet. If Diomaye Faye emerges victorious, it could signify a significant shift in Senegal’s political landscape.
The incumbent President, Macky Sall, has urged caution against premature claims of victory and emphasized the need to wait for official results. He reminded that there were 17 candidates vying for the presidency, including one woman. Despite some incidents during the election process earlier this year that caused a political crisis leading to several deaths and weeks of uncertainty before a new election date was set, Senegal is closely watching the outcome of this election as it is known for its stability in a region often plagued by political instability.
The shortened campaign period due to delay added more tension surrounding the electoral process.
In conclusion, Senegal is facing a political earthquake as it counts its votes after three years of agitation and political crisis. The outcome of this election could signify a significant shift in its political landscape and will be closely watched by many countries around the world.
