Senegal’s upcoming legislative elections on November 17 are being closely watched as a critical precursor to the March 2024 presidential race. These elections are seen as a key indicator of the political landscape leading up to the highly anticipated presidential contest.
The opposition coalition, **Takku Wallu Senegal**, has named former President Macky Sall as its lead candidate, signaling his potential return to the political arena. On the other side, the ruling **Pastef** party is backing Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, aiming to secure a majority in the National Assembly. This sets the stage for a high-stakes political battle between two of Senegal’s most prominent figures.
Sall’s re-entry into the political fray, after stepping down in favor of Bassirou Diomaye Faye, represents a significant development in the legislative campaign. Just six months after his loss in the presidential race, Sall’s coalition is now working to regain momentum and rally the opposition in a bid to challenge Pastef’s dominance in parliament.
