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A close associate of Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, Matar Ndiaga Seck, has been taken into custody by the Criminal Investigations Division (DIC). The arrest follows a warrant issued by the Linguère police station. Investigators […]
The agricultural landscape of Bénin has undergone a profound transformation since the implementation of sweeping reforms in 2016. Under the leadership of President Patrice Talon, the country has embraced a bold vision centered on substantial […]
An urgent gathering of political leaders is taking place this evening at the residence of Ousmane Sonko, head of the Pastef party, in the Cité Keur Gorgui district of Dakar. The meeting, scheduled to begin […]
Bruno Fernandes, captain of Manchester United, has openly admitted his disappointment following Declan Rice’s decision to join Arsenal instead of joining the Red Devils. The Portuguese midfielder had long viewed Rice as the ideal signing […]
The ongoing blockade of Bamako is inflicting unacceptable hardships on civilians, threatening their rights to food security, healthcare, and safety, while raising serious concerns about violations of international humanitarian law. The Groupe de soutien à […]
Tchad Why social media beauty standards are trapping young women in N’Djamena In N’Djamena, young women face growing pressure to meet unrealistic digital beauty standards, leading to self-esteem struggles and risky behaviors. — 2 min […]
Leipzig will have a key player back in action for their final Bundesliga showdown of the season. Head coach Jesse Marsch has confirmed that goalkeeper Peter Gulacsi is fit to return to the lineup, offering […]
15 May 2026 Download price list Switch to dark mode Switch to light mode PASTEF party congress: Ousmane Sonko poised for re-election as leader breaking news 15 May 2026 The PASTEF party is finalizing preparations […]
The once-expansive Russian influence across Africa, built on mercenary operations, disinformation campaigns, and anti-Western populism, now faces an undeniable decline. What began as a decade-long surge under the banner of Kremlin-backed security solutions has collided […]
In early May, Senegalese soldiers and gendarmes, supported by drug-sniffing dogs, dismantled cannabis plantations in Casamance, southern Senegal. This latest operation marks another chapter in one of Africa’s longest-running conflicts, which has simmered for over […]
#FREEGLEIZES Depuis le 29 juin 2025, notre confrère Christophe Gleizes, journaliste pour Society et So Foot, est emprisonné en Algérie. Nous ne l’oublions pas et réclamons sa libération. En savoir plus sur #FREEGLEIZES By Marguerite Ndongo — Political and Security Analyst
In the heart of Chad’s bustling cities, a quiet revolution is unfolding on the dusty streets. Women, their heads crowned with steaming basins of ripe mangoes, crispy doughnuts, or vibrantly patterned fabrics, weave through the […]