Macky Sall
Macky Sall is the current President of Senegal, having taken office in April 2012. He is known for his role in advancing infrastructure projects and economic reforms in Senegal. However, his recent decision to postpone the presidential election faced widespread criticism and led to protests, as many viewed it as a threat to the country's democratic integrity. The Constitutional Council's subsequent annulment of this postponement marked a significant moment in Senegal's political landscape.
Born on May 11, 1961 (65 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montenegro | 1 | 5.00 | 0.93% | +0% | 628,066 | 5,815 | $5,500 | 51$ |
| Burundi | 1 | 5.00 | 3.33% | +0% | 11,890,781 | 396,359 | $3,100 | 103$ |
| Cameroon | 1 | 6.00 | 0.58% | +0% | 26,545,863 | 154,336 | $39,000 | 227$ |
| Gambia | 1 | 4.00 | 2.38% | +0% | 2,416,668 | 57,540 | $1,800 | 43$ |
| Totals | 4 | 41,481,378 | 614,050 | $49,400 | 424$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Cameroon:
Macky Sall is noted as Abdoulaye Wade's former Prime Minister who defeated him in the elections.
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Gambia:
Former President Macky Sall's administration is referenced in the context of the current political tensions.
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Burundi:
Macky Sall's candidacy for the position of UN Secretary-General was supported by some but contested by Senegal.
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Montenegro:
Macky Sall is the former President of Senegal and the only candidate for the UN Secretary-General not from Latin America.
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Gambia:
Macky Sall served as President of Senegal from 2012 to 2024, overseeing major infrastructure development, economic reforms, and regional diplomacy.
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Cameroon:
Macky Sall is officially designated by the African Union to run for the position of Secretary-General of the United Nations.
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Cameroon:
Macky Sall is a former president of Senegal nominated for the position of Secretary-General of the UN.
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Japan:
Macky Sall is one of the two former presidents of Senegal who announced their candidacy.
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Kenya:
Macky Sall, the former President of Senegal, currently chairs GCA's Supervisory board.
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United Arab Emirates:
Macky Sall is the former President of Senegal and a jury member for the award in 2025.
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