What's behind president Macky Sall's decision to step aside? | Inside Story

Senegal's President Macky Sall has put an end to months of uncertainty by confirming he will not seek a controversial third term next year.
Sall said his decision was made after careful deliberation.
His announcement comes after significant rejection of a potential third term.
Opposition leader Ousmane Sonko - who has been sentenced to two years in prison for corrupting youth- had threatened to organise more protests.
Sall's government has faced widespread and at times violent demonstrations in recent week.

So, what's behind Sall's decision to step aside? and will it have an impact on the region?

Presenter: Cyril Vanier


Guests:

Aliou Sow - Senegal's Minister of Culture and Historical Heritage.

Paul Melly - Consulting Fellow for the Africa Programme at Chatham House.

Aminata Toure, former Prime Minister of Senegal


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