Businesswoman Makes History as Senegal’s First Female Presidential Candidate in a Decade

Anta Babacar Ngom (also known as Anta Babacar Ngom Bathily) is a prominent Senegalese businesswoman and entrepreneur. She serves as the CEO of Sedima, Senegal's leading poultry company. Ngom is making history as the first woman to appear on the presidential ballot in Senegal since 2012.

A vocal advocate for women and youth, Ngom focuses on demographics disproportionately affected by economic challenges like high unemployment and rising living costs. Her campaign centers around breaking down barriers in Senegal's conservative society, with the ambitious goal of becoming the country's first female president.

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