Senegal's ruling party wins majority in parliament, paving way for reforms

People wait to vote in legislative elections in Dakar, Senegal, Nov. 17, 2024. The ruling party, PASTEF, won a solid victory, taking 130 of 165 seats, according to provisional results announced Nov. 21.

Senegal's ruling party, PASTEF, secured a resounding victory in the country's legislative elections, winning 130 of 165 seats, according to provisional results announced Thursday by the national vote counting commission.