Two First Ladies at presidential palace in a Senegal first

Presidential candidate for the Diomaye President coalition Bassirou Diomaye Faye (C), and his wives Marie Khone Faye (L) and Absa Faye (R) looks on after casting their ballots at the École Ndiandiaye polling station in Ndiaganiao on March 24, 2024 during Senegal's presidential elections. PHOTO | AFP

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  • Polygamy is a traditional and religious practice firmly anchored in the culture of Senegal where the overwhelming majority is Muslim.

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