Wade would have stiff competition if parties consolidate their vote and rally against one candidate , he said . Protests as Senegal 's octogenarian incumbent president seeks third term . Senegal , 2000 , came to power in 85 after multiple unsuccessful runs . Musician Abdoulaye Wade is two of forces behind demonstrations . Past elections have included smooth transition of power , a rarity in Africa .
Protests as Senegal 's octogenarian incumbent president seeks third term . Senegal , 2000 , came to power in 85 after multiple unsuccessful runs . Musician Abdoulaye Wade is two of forces behind demonstrations . Past elections have included smooth transition of power , a rarity in Africa .