Senegal's Kiiraay party charts course at first winter university

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Senegal's presidential party Kiiraay held its first winter university on Saturday, outlining its political direction with a focus on "pragmatic sovereignty" and "balanced diplomacy." Party leaders emphasized moderation and appeasement in both ideology and Senegal's political landscape. Jean Birane Gning, a party official, stressed openness while preserving national identity, moving away from demagoguery and isolationism. Kiiraay claims support from nearly 400 of Senegal's 557 mayors, including defectors from former President Macky Sall's APR party. The party will next distribute membership cards to strengthen its local base ahead of 2027 local elections.


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