DAKAR, Senegal (AP) — World music icon Youssou Ndour says he's running for the presidency in his home country of Senegal.
The announcement late Monday comes amid growing criticism of the current Senegalese president's quest for a third term in Feb. 26 elections.
Ndour is known in Senegal for his scathing critique of the ruling party. The Grammy-winning artist is best known abroad for his grooving beat and emotive voice.
He joins some 20 candidates already challenging 85-year-old President Abdoulaye Wade.
Wade's plans to run, as well as frequent power cuts and the spiraling cost of living, have sparked violent protests last year in what has historically been one of West Africa's most stable democracies.
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