Senegal
A West African republic known for its record of peaceful transfers of power and for a Sufi-influenced Muslim culture.
Presidential republicSub-Saharan Africa
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What is the political profile of Senegal?
Estimated scores on all twelve axes, with the strongest leanings first.
Strongest leanings
Leans very strongly toward Unitary
85% toward Unitary
Leans strongly toward Traditional
78% toward Traditional
Leans strongly toward Religious
72% toward Religious
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Editorial estimates of the political system and mainstream politics of Senegal, for comparison and discussion. They are not survey results or the views of every citizen.
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Which ideologies fit Senegal best?
Ideologies whose typical profile is closest. No country follows a single ideology, so read these as comparisons, not labels.
Where do these scores come from?
They are editorial estimates of long-run patterns in a country's political system and mainstream politics. They are made for comparison and discussion, so treat them as a starting point rather than a measurement.
How profiles and matches workMore countries in Sub-Saharan Africa
Senegal on the 12 axes: frequently asked questions
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