Dakar Forum Opens with Renewed Call for African-Led Security and Sovereignty
The 10th edition of the International Forum on Peace and Security in Africa opened on Monday April 20 at the Centre International de Conférences Abdou […]
Senegal
Senegal Engages IMF in Fresh Talks on Economic Support Programme
Authorities from Senegal have held a series of discussions in New York with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) as part of preliminary negotiations toward a […]
CAF President heads to Senegal in bid to ease tensions over disputed ruling
The President of Confederation of African Football, Patrice Motsepe, is expected today (Wednesday) in Senegal as part of a high-level mediation effort aimed at de-escalating […]
Senegal Challenges CAF Over 2025 AFCON Title Revocation
The Senegalese Football Federation has formally contested the Confederation of African Football’s (CAF) decision to annul Senegal’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) victory against […]
Sonko challenges tax breaks for Senegal cement firms, cites major revenue loss
Ousmane Sonko, Prime Minister of Senegal, has accused four major cement producers of benefiting from unjustified tax breaks that have allegedly cost the state 418 […]
Senegal’s Cotton Production Rebounds After Years of Decline
Senegal’s cotton sector is showing signs of recovery after years of declining output since the record 52,000 tonnes produced in 2007. Production has improved over […]
Senegal Lawmakers Approve Tougher Penalties for Same-Sex Relations
Lawmakers in Senegal have adopted legislation increasing penalties for same-sex relations, with the National Assembly approving the measure on Wednesday, March 11. The reform amends […]
Senegal removes mandatory vaccination certificate for incoming travellers
Senegal has announced that travellers entering the country are no longer required to present an international vaccination certificate. In a communiqué issued on Monday, March […]
UN Receives Macky Sall’s Nomination for Secretary-General
The United Nations has formally acknowledged the candidacy of former Senegalese President Macky Sall for the position of Secretary-General. The confirmation was delivered by the […]
Ghana Armed Forces Rescue 71 Fishermen After Armed Sea Attack Off Central Region
The Ghana Armed Forces has rescued 71 fishermen whose boats were attacked by unidentified gunmen off Ghana’s coast, a local official confirmed on Thursday. Kalala […]