Senegal's incoming president to take office with two first ladies
Senegal's president-elect stands with both wives sparking diverse reactions.
- Bilawal Riaz
- 1 min read
Senegal’s president-elect Bassirou Diomaye Faye made headlines as he publicly stood alongside both his wives, Marie and Absa, in the final moments of the electoral campaign. This display of polygamy, a common practice in Senegal due to the country’s Muslim majority, has sparked varied reactions among the population, with some praising the tradition while others view it as discriminatory against women. Faye’s openness about his marital situation is seen as a bold move towards transparency and acceptance of polygamy in the country.
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- Marie Absa
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