Senegal's President Wins Landslide in Legislative Elections

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President Faye's Pastef Party Wins Big in Senegal's Legislative Elections
The governing Pastef party is projected for an overwhelming victory after Senegal's legislative elections.
The win for Faye and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko will strengthen their mandate to implement ambitious reforms and address economic and social challenges.
Preliminary results in Gabon show the country has voted overwhelmingly to adopt a new constitution.
The EU approves funding to support Rwanda's army in Mozambique, aiding 5,000 troops combating jihadist insurgents in the north.

Keywords: Senegal, elections, legislative, President Faye, Pastef, reforms, economic, social, Gabon, constitution, EU, Rwanda, Mozambique, insurgents, Africa*

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