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Tensions Lead to Dismissal of Senegal's Prime Minister by President

In a significant political move, Senegal's president has dismissed the prime minister following a period of escalating tensions. Caitlin Kelly reports from Dakar.

Editorial Staff / 2026-05-23 / 1min

Senegal's political landscape has shifted as the president has decided to fire the prime minister after months of rising tensions between the two leaders.

This decision comes amid ongoing challenges within the government, although specific reasons for the dismissal have not been publicly detailed.

Caitlin Kelly, reporting from Dakar, highlights the potential implications of this move for Senegal's political stability and governance.