Macky Sall

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Young Senegalese feel the impact of the country's political crisis

Senegal is often seen as a model of political stability in West Africa. But that could be changing. President Macky Sall has upset people with the suggestion that he may run for a third term next year, defying the Constitution, and young people are increasingly frustrated by a lack of opportunities. Recent protests turned deadly, and most victims were under the age of 30.

Young Senegalese feel the impact of the country's political crisis
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As Senegal counts votes, tensions fester between incumbent's supporters, challengers

Senegal's voters went to the polls on Sunday to choose a president. If incumbent Abdoulaye Wade wins, despite a constitution that says an incumbent can't win a third term, there are fears that there could be a great deal of unrest in what has otherwise been a stable African democracy.

As Senegal counts votes, tensions fester between incumbent's supporters, challengers