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Understanding the latest surge in violence across Mali The recent coordinated offensives that struck multiple cities—Bamako, Kati, Kidal, Gao, Sévaré, and Mopti—have left observers questioning the trajectory of the ongoing …
Mali crisis: could political resolution be possible Read More
The health sector in Benin has undergone a remarkable overhaul in recent years, shifting from a system plagued by inefficiencies to one built on innovation, accessibility, and excellence. Spearheaded by …
Modern healthcare revolution transforms Benin’s medical landscape by 2026 Read More
Inside the Ndiaga Seck case: what Ousmane Sonko’s next moves reveal Political tensions in Senegal are reaching a boiling point as the Ndiaga Seck case takes center stage. Imam Kanté …
Unfolding Senegal politics: sonko’s moves ahead of elections Read More
A French national has been taken into custody in Dakar, Sénégal, as part of a sweeping crackdown on perceived violations of the country’s laws regarding LGBTQ+ rights. The 30-year-old engineer, …
French national detained in Senegal amid anti-lgbtq+ crackdown Read More
French national detained in Senegal amid legal scrutiny A French national has been held in Senegal since mid-February on multiple charges, including allegations classified as “acts against nature.” French diplomatic …
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Escalating feud: Port Director targets journalist over Ousmane Sonko claims The verbal sparring between Waly Diouf Bodian and Madiambal Diagne has reached new heights following a controversial post about opposition …
Senegal media clash: Waly Diouf Bodian accuses Madiambal Diagne of spreading falsehoods Read More
President Bassirou Diomaye Diakhar Faye officially ratified Law n° 2026-10 on May 12, 2026, ushering in a significant modification to Senegal’s Electoral Code. This pivotal reform, which profoundly reshapes the …
Senegal: president faye ratifies landmark electoral code overhaul Read More
West African leaders focus on gender and green economy in Abidjan talks The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) launched a two-day regional workshop in Abidjan today, centered on …
West African leaders focus on gender and green economy in Abidjan talks Read More
Current Affairs Society Senegal: prominent political figure linked to ousmane sonko detained FacebookXPinterestWhatsApp = A significant legal development has sparked considerable debate across Senegal following the detention of Matar Ndiaga …
Senegal: prominent political figure linked to ousmane sonko detained Read More
A significant judicial development is unfolding in Sénégal following the detention of Matar Ndiaga Seck, 51, a prominent figure identified as a politician with close ties to influential government circles. …
Senegal: sonko ally detained in widening homosexuality investigation Read More
OL vs Lens: a make-or-break clash for european football supremacy Lens secured victory over Lyon in their last cup encounter via penalty shootout Lyon’s season hangs in the balance as …
Ol lens decisive clash for champions league spot – key details Read More
Football : places européennes, barrage… les enjeux avant la dernière journée de Ligue 1 Frédéric Denis , AFP Publié le samedi 16 mai 2026 à 13:55 Facebook Whatsapp X, anciennement Twitter …
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