Senegal's Macky Sall runs for UN Secretary-General without domestic backing

Former Senegalese President Macky Sall is running for UN Secretary-General despite lacking support from his home country and the African Union.

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His candidacy comes amid international competition to lead the global organization.

This move raises questions about African consensus and the legitimacy of continental candidacies for this prestigious position.

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