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French national held in Senegal since February over homosexuality allegations A French engineer in his early thirties has been held in detention in Senegal since February 14, facing serious charges that include ‘unnatural acts’ and […]
The leadership of the Pastef party convened an urgent meeting at Keur Gorgui this past Friday, just three weeks ahead of their landmark national congress. Ousmane Sonko, the party’s founder, hosted key figures including veteran […]
Senegal’s PASTEF gears up for pivotal congress with strategic overhaul In the heart of Dakar’s Cité Keur Gorgui, Ousmane Sonko’s residence buzzed with political energy on the evening of May 15, 2026. Less than three […]
This week’s top African developments span diplomatic breakthroughs, economic shifts, and institutional changes across the continent. 1. Emmanuel Macron redefines France’s Africa strategy at Nairobi summit Key takeaways from the Africa Forward event. French President […]
A French citizen faces severe penalties under Senegal’s strict anti-LGBTQ+ legislation A French national has been held in a Senegalese prison since February 14, following an arrest related to alleged unnatural acts and multiple charges […]
The United Nations Security Council has issued a strong condemnation of the brutal terrorist assaults carried out by Al-Qaïda-linked militants in Mali since April 25, demanding swift accountability for those responsible. Global outrage over coordinated […]
In the heart of West Africa, Senegal has taken a dramatic step backward in human rights by enacting sweeping legislation that intensifies the persecution of LGBTQ+ individuals. This move, which sharply contrasts with global progress, […]
Since losing access to eurobond markets following the 2024 budget revisions, Senegal has pivoted to the West African Economic and Monetary Union (UEMOA) public debt market as its primary financing channel. Over the first four […]
The race for the Premier League title is reaching its climax, and Arsenal are determined to secure a historic triumph. After a narrow 1-0 victory over West Ham last weekend, the Gunners have kept their […]
Historic agreements signed to boost Algeria-Chad ties This week marks a significant milestone in Algeria-Tchad relations, with two landmark agreements signed in the realms of infrastructure and energy. The deals, finalized during high-level visits in […]
Sénégal protests challenge luxury green city project at lac rose RFI fri. 15 mai 2026 à 11:56 pm utc ajoutez yahoo comme source préférée pour voir nos articles sur google. In Sénégal, the ceremonial laying […]
Senegal’s PASTEF party dismisses resignation rumors amid internal unity Recent internal discussions within Senegal’s PASTEF-Les Patriotes party have sparked reactions following unsubstantiated claims about Ousmane Sonko’s potential resignation. National Assembly President El Malick Ndiaye swiftly […]