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Can there be a peaceful transition to power in Senegal?

Senegal's presidential elections are being held on March 24 after President Macky Sall's failed attempt to postpone the votes by several months.

After a turbulent few years of disputes and protests, and accusations that President Macky Sall was trying to hang on to office, Senegal is holding its presidential election on March 24.

Speaking to the 麻豆官网首页入口 this week, the president refused to apologise for his attempt in February to postpone the vote by several months - saying he'd always acted according to the constitution and that he 'did nothing wrong'.

He decision led to violent protests, but was reversed after Senegal鈥檚 top court blocked the postponement.

So, will these elections be a turning point for Senegal and can the country have a peaceful transition of power?

Presenter: Alan Kasujja

Guests: James Copnall and Professor Mamadou Bodian

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