Senegalese opposition politician Maodo Malick Mbaye was released from detention on August 12, 2026, after spending 13 months in custody. He was placed under judicial supervision, according to reports from Senegalese media.
Mbaye, a member of the opposition party Pastef, had been detained since July 2025. His arrest was part of a broader crackdown on opposition figures in Senegal, which has drawn criticism from human rights groups.
The exact conditions of his judicial supervision have not been publicly detailed. His release comes amid ongoing political tensions in the country, with opposition leaders calling for the release of other detained activists.
As of this report, there has been no official statement from the Senegalese government or the judiciary regarding the release. The news was first reported by local outlets and later picked up by international media.
