Senegalese MPs move to clip presidential powers as tensions mount
Senegal's lawmakers passed a controversial constitutional reform on Monday, curbing presidential powers amid rising tensions. The amendments, approved by the majority Pastef party, are seen as political revenge against President Bassirou Diomaye Faye by his former ally Speaker Ousmane Sonko. Protests erupted outside parliament as police used tear gas to disperse demonstrators.
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Published 30 Jun 2026, 14:35 UTC · Updated 30 Jun 2026, 14:50 UTC
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