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The military-led government of Niger has taken a decisive step in its campaign to assert national control over strategic resources, but the move threatens to destabilize a critical economic sector. By terminating the long-standing mining […]
Sonko’s Friday address: a turning point for Senegal’s electoral future This Friday, Senegal’s political landscape braces for a pivotal moment as Ousmane Sonko addresses the National Assembly in Dakar. The upcoming session follows the recent […]
The Ivory Coast presidential election unfolded under tight security measures and an atmosphere of heightened tension, yet concluded without any significant disturbances reported from polling stations across the nation. From the economic hub of Abidjan […]
Senegal’s 2025 UEMOA performance: key factors behind the decline Senegal’s progress in implementing West African Economic and Monetary Union (UEMOA) reforms faced a setback in 2025, despite overall satisfactory results. This analysis examines the primary […]
After a narrow defeat to Chelsea last weekend, Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto De Zerbi has labeled Sunday’s showdown with Everton as the most critical match of the season—more significant than any trophy. Speaking to the […]
Dakar recently launched the inaugural Senegal Space Week, a bold initiative aimed at positioning the nation as a leading African hub for space technology and innovation. Organized by the Senegalese Space Studies Agency (ASES), the […]
Young people at Senegalese universities are increasingly viewing political involvement as an extension of their academic journey rather than a distraction from it. For many, activism and studies are not mutually exclusive but complementary paths […]
The U.S. Embassy in Mali has issued a stern advisory for American citizens in Bamako, urging them to exercise extreme caution when traveling within the capital. The heightened security measures, particularly around the Modibo Keïta […]
Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko’s high-stakes parliamentary appearance on Friday The Prime Minister of Senegal, Ousmane Sonko, is set to face the National Assembly this Friday, May 22, 2026, for the traditional Question Time session. This […]
Manchester City’s hopes of retaining their Premier League crown vanished in dramatic fashion at Bournemouth on Tuesday, as a frustrating 1-1 draw handed Arsenal the championship with a game to spare. Despite fielding a side […]
The National Assembly is set to host a high-stakes session of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and his government this Friday, May 22, 2026, as part of the annual accountability exercise prescribed by the legislative body. […]
Dakar — The Ministry of Fisheries and Maritime Economy has announced the allocation of four coastal demersal fishing licenses to a Senegalese operator, marking a significant step toward bolstering the national fish supply and reinforcing […]