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Supporters of Senegal's opposition leader Ousmane Sonko run from teargas after violent protests broke out in Dakar, on March 3, 2021. - Senegal's opposition leader Ousmane Sonko was arrested in Dakar on March 3, 2021, according to his lawyer, ahead of his scheduled court appearance to face a rape charge. Hundreds of supporters rallied in the city before the 46-year-old was due to appear before a judge for the charge, which he has claimed is politically motivated. (Photo by Seyllou / AFP) (Photo by SEYLLOU/AFP via Getty Images)