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a group of students sitting barefoot on the ground as they go through burned documents

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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Dakar-Based Artist Keyti Raps the News

Dakar-Based Artist Keyti Raps the News
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Google Maps: Walking Directions Now Online in 44 African Countries

Google Maps: Walking Directions Now Online in 44 African Countries

Macky Sall Election Victory in Senegal Called an 'Example for Africa'

Macky Sall Election Victory in Senegal Called an 'Example for Africa'

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

As Senegal counts votes, tensions fester between incumbent's supporters, challengers
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Tension and Anticipation Ahead of Senegal's Presidential Elections

The 85-year-old incumbent President Abdoulaye Wade is seeking a third term despite a constitutional two-term limit setting off protests and violence.

Tension and Anticipation Ahead of Senegal's Presidential Elections

A West African Dust Storm

For the Geo Quiz, we are not looking for a dry and dusty trade wind that is causing a vast Saharan dust cloud to hover over West Africa.

A West African Dust Storm

Music Heard on Air for May 24, 2011

Music Heard on Air for May 24, 2011