Senegal: Authorities intensify repression ahead of 2024 election

By Amnesty International

The Senegalese authorities are intensifying repression ahead of the 2024 presidential election by cracking down on human rights, restricting civic space, banning protests and detaining a journalist and opposition figures, Amnesty International said today. “Instead of cracking down on liberties, the authorities should respect human rights, halt excessive use of force during protests, allow the […] The post Senegal: Authorities intensify repression ahead of 2024 election appeared first on Amnesty International. ]]>

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