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French national detained in Senegal: diplomatic tensions rise A French engineer in his early thirties has been held in Senegal since mid-February 2026 following a sweeping operation targeting multiple individuals. Authorities in Dakar confirmed his […]
Media figures clash: Waly Diouf Bodian accuses journalist of spreading falsehoods The verbal sparring between Waly Diouf Bodian and Madiambal Diagne escalates following a contentious post regarding Ousmane Sonko, with accusations of fabrication and sensationalism […]
President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has signed into law a sweeping reform of Senegal’s electoral code, reshaping the framework for voter ineligibility. The new legislation, promulgated on May 12, 2026, follows its swift adoption by the […]
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) convened a pivotal two-day regional workshop in Abidjan this week, focusing on gender equality, climate change, and the green economy. Bringing together policymakers, technical experts, and regional […]
News Society Legal troubles for Senegal politician Sonko ally A high-profile arrest has sent shockwaves through Senegal after police detained Matar Ndiaga Seck, 51, described in local reports as a political associate with ties to […]
The arrest of a prominent political figure in Senegal has ignited a legal and social firestorm, with authorities confirming the detention of Matar Ndiaga Seck, a 51-year-old associate of opposition leader Ousmane Sonko. The operation, […]
Lyon vs Lens: the decisive clash for a Champions League spot Lens eliminated Lyon in their last meeting via penalty shootout in the French Cup Final stretch for Olympique Lyonnais. This Sunday evening, the Gones […]
With the 2025-2026 Ligue 1 season drawing to a close, the final matchday promises high-stakes drama on Sunday, May 17. Beyond crowning the champions, the focus shifts to the intense races for European qualification spots […]
Unexpected confrontation at Keur Gorgui residence sparks political appeal An unusual confrontation unfolded at the Keur Gorgui residence in Dakar, where a high-stakes meeting of the PASTEF political bureau was underway at the home of […]
The Republic of Mali stands at a pivotal crossroads, its future hanging in the balance. Since seizing power in 2020 and consolidating control through a further coup in 2021, Assimi Goïta—self-proclaimed leader of the interim […]
President Faye puts an end to electoral reform suspense After days of intense political negotiations and public scrutiny, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye officially enacted the revised Electoral Code on Friday, May 15, 2026. The landmark […]
The vast, sun-scorched Sahelian plains of Mali today bear the weight of a harsh truth: actions have consequences, especially when sovereignty is wielded as a political tool without accounting for strategic realities. The surge in […]