04:49 GMT 26th April 2012
Wade's controversial attempt to rule for a third term was resoundingly rejected at the ballot box. By Desmond Davies
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02:41 GMT 9th March 2012
The Constitutional Court were scheduled to rule late January on whether President Abdoulaye Wade can extend his term in office as protests against his re-election The Dakar-based court had until January 29 to announce its decision on the eligibility of all candidates for the February 26 presidential vote.
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03:05 GMT 21st December 2011
Senegal's economy should continue to grow at above 4 per cent next year, analysts polled by Reuters forecast, while signaling risks related to a tense presidential election and expensive energy production.
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12:12 GMT 31st August 2011
Protesters seeking to oust Senegal's ageing president took to the streets of Dakar on July 26 after police arrested rapper and prominent democracy activist Omar Toure.
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10:00 GMT 25th October 2010
The humble cowpea is being hailed as a new wonder food because of it's nutritional value and popularity. Without government assistance, however, supply in many West African countries is struggling to meet demand. By Busani Bufana
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04:17 GMT 21st October 2010
Energy minister Samuel Sarr has been fired by President Abdoulaye Wade and replaced by the president's son, Karim, who is already in charge of several ministerial portfolios.
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