Senegal's President-elect, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, becomes the first with two First Ladies due to polygamous tradition.

Senegal's president-elect, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, makes history by having two First Ladies, Marie Khone Faye and Absa Faye, after he takes office. This marks the first time in the country's history that a president has two first ladies. Polygamy is a traditional and religious practice in Senegal, where the majority of the population is Muslim. Faye's decision to publicly acknowledge his two wives reflects the country's culture and values.