Senegal presidency winner says he is 'break' from establishment

Senegalese opposition presidential candidate Bassirou Diomaye Faye addresses his first press conference after being declared winner of Senegal's presidential election, in Dakar, on March 25, 2024. PHOTO | AFP

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  • Faye also vowed to "fight corruption at every level" rebuild institutions and tackle the cost of living crisis
  • The opposition candidate has never held a nationally elected position before

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