In a change of fortunes fit for a fairytale, Senegal’s Bassirou Diomaye Faye has transformed from prisoner to president of his country - in less than three weeks!
Bassirou Diomaye Faye is set to become Senegal's next president. He has pledged to bring about "national reconciliation" in the country that has experienced three years of unrest and political turmoil...
Bassirou Diomaye Faye: From prison to Senegal presidency
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