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Senegal civil society threats and intimidation

Overview

Following an alleged assault and death threats against human rights activist Babacar Ba near the Hann Maristes roundabout, Senegalese civil society organizations have called for a formal investigation. Witnesses reported that unidentified individuals in a vehicle directed insults and threats at Ba, prompting activists to label the incident an attempt at intimidation.

As the situation progressed, twenty organizations issued a joint statement demanding protection for critical voices. They reported that Ba received further threats, including those allegedly attributed to a political official linked to the presidential camp, following his social media commentary on local elections and political figures. The groups highlighted a broader trend of attacks against civil society and urged authorities to ensure the safety of targeted individuals, arguing that political disagreements should be handled through debate rather than intimidation.

Entities

Babacar Ba · Senegal · Forum du justiciable · 3D · Ousmane Sonko

Timeline

  1. [POLITICS] 4 sources
    Senegal civil society groups demand protection for critical voices

    Twenty organizations in Senegal are calling for the protection of civil society activists following death threats against Babacar Ba and a reported rise in intimidation against critical voices.

  2. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Senegal civil society demands probe into assault on Babacar Ba

    Senegalese civil society groups are calling for an investigation after Babacar Ba, a human rights representative, was reportedly targeted with death threats and insults by unidentified individuals.

Sources

ledakarois.sn · leral.net · pressafrik.com · senego.com · sunugal24.net