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economy Senegal’s prime minister exposes dormant assets worth 279 billion FCFA During a Thursday briefing in Dakar, the Prime Minister revealed findings from a national infrastructure assessment, highlighting financial, technical, …
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Chad Chad court case: Succes Masra’s final appeal rejected The rejection of Succes Masra’s final appeal in Chad has intensified concerns about judicial independence amid rising political pressures in the …
Chad court case: Succes Masra’s final appeal rejected Read More
For the first time in African history, Senegal will host the Youth Olympic Games in 2026, a landmark event expected to draw around 2,700 athletes from 206 National Olympic Committees, …
Senegal gears up for 2026 youth olympics with robust transport plan Read More
The Prime Minister of Senegal, Ousmane Sonko, has revealed that 245 stalled infrastructure projects, valued at a total of 279 billion West African CFA francs, have been identified across the …
Senegal’s infrastructure crisis: 245 stalled projects worth 279 billion cfa francs identified Read More
Tchad deadly collision in Koundoul leaves motorcyclist dead in fire A motorcyclist died in a fire after colliding with a truck near N’Djamena. Authorities are investigating the tragic accident. Staff …
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A significant disruption has impacted cross-border movement between Sénégal and Mali, leading to the complete halt of traffic along the vital Dakar-Bamako corridor. This interruption affects a crucial logistical and …
Cross-border traffic halted between Sénégal and Mali on Dakar-Bamako route Read More
Commercial traffic between Senegal and Mali has come to a standstill following escalating security measures along the Dakar-Bamako route. The disruption, centered near the border town of Kidira, has left …
Dakar Bamako road blocked by security concerns in Senegal and Mali Read More
Togo has unequivocally become the latest stage for an intense geopolitical competition between France and Russia. Through a complex interplay of crisis diplomacy, security accords, and soft power initiatives, both …
Togo: a new front in the quiet geopolitical contest between Paris and Moscow Read More
Top Stories National dialogue 2026: Diomaye focuses on targeted consultations National consultations: APR rejects Diomaye Faye’s initiative National Assembly: Prime Minister to face current affairs session Ministerial council meeting: Ousmane …
Senegal justice system under scrutiny as prime minister demands faster rulings Read More
In a decisive move on May 18, 2026, the Nigerien government, under the leadership of General Abdourahamane Tiani, officially established a national uranium mining company and revoked the mining concession …
Niger takes full control of uranium sector with new state-owned firm Read More
A fresh wave of diplomatic strain has emerged between Senegal and France, following the recent enactment of a Senegalese law that imposes stricter penalties for same-sex relations and the arrest …
Senegal’s new anti-LGBT+ legislation creates diplomatic friction with France Read More
President Patrice Talon bids farewell to the Beninese nation On Monday, May 21, 2026, the outgoing President of the Republic of Benin, Patrice Talon, released a heartfelt message, extending his …
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