The imprisoned opposition leader of Senegal, Ousmane Sonko, has been transported to a hospital for medical care.

Prior to this, Sonko embarked on a hunger strike within his prison confines as a form of protest against the charges laid against him.

His admission to a health facility has been confirmed by his political party and local sources. The statement from his political party also held the authorities accountable for his deteriorating condition.

Sonko, once at the helm of the dissolved Pastef party, was apprehended last week and faced multiple charges, including incitement to rebellion and plotting against the state.