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Omar Daf has officially thrown his hat into the ring for the vacant Mali national team manager position. The Senegalese coach, who recently parted ways with Amiens in France, is now eyeing a high-profile role […]
The Ivorian government has implemented a significant policy change. To bolster the national carrier, Air Côte d’Ivoire, and enhance the affordability of air travel, a substantial 25% reduction in passenger levies has been formally enacted. […]
A United Nations committee has raised the alarm over widespread human rights violations targeting the Fulani community in Burkina Faso. Independent investigators report a surge in extrajudicial killings, torture, arbitrary detentions, kidnappings, and enforced disappearances […]
Talk about making a statement! The Bénin national U20 women’s team, affectionately known as the Amazones, pulled off a fantastic 1-1 draw on Saturday while visiting Côte d’Ivoire. This result against the formidable Éléphantes gives […]
While the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) now grapples with internal friction, reportedly sparked by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s recent bonuses, a mere two months ago, the organization displayed remarkable cohesion. This unity emerged following a […]
Senegal’s football academies: a new wellspring of talent Crédit photo, Getty Images Under the scorching Dakar sun this Wednesday afternoon, the synthetic pitch at CICES pulses with a distinct energy. Away from the bustling VDN, […]
Ouagadougou – After a distinguished four-year tenure as the World Health Organization (WHO) Representative in Burkina Faso, Dr. Seydou Coulibaly is preparing to depart the nation. His mission has been defined by an innovative approach, […]
Security landscape shifts dramatically in northern Mali The northern regions of Mali are gripped by a palpable sense of unease. Within a matter of days, the nation’s fragile security equilibrium has been profoundly disrupted. Following […]
A slight sense of unease accompanied my arrival in Dakar. The reason? The Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) final. Its aftermath, widely discussed, had reportedly soured the fraternal ties between Morocco and Senegal, a sentiment […]
In May 2026, the delicate balance of purchasing power across West Africa faces renewed scrutiny. As households endeavor to safeguard their savings against persistent inflationary pressures, a striking disparity in fuel costs has emerged at […]
Mali The unified anti-jihadist command, comprising forces from Niger, Burkina Faso, and Mali, executed “intensive aerial campaigns” across Malian territory. This coordinated response followed severe assaults by al-Qaeda-affiliated jihadists and Tuareg separatist factions, as confirmed […]
A state funeral was held on Thursday in Mali for the nation’s former defence minister, Sadio Camara. This solemn event not only symbolized national mourning but also signaled a potentially significant shift in Mali’s political […]